Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Lodd.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Bot. Cab.5: t. 401 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185186
Common Names
- Juniper-leaved Burtonia
- Juniper-leaved Waxflower
- Juniper-leaved Burtonia
Synonyms
- Dillwynia cinerascens DC. [illegitimate]
Description
Dillwynia juniperina (also called Juniper-leaved Dillwynia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from woodlands to heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Dillwynia juniperina is used as a food crop and forage crop. It is also used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility and structure.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dillwynia juniperina has yellow, five-petalled flowers that appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dillwynia juniperina is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring and keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, it is relatively low maintenance and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Dillwynia juniperina
Dillwynia juniperina can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Dillwynia juniperina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dillwynia juniperina?
Dillwynia juniperina
What is the common name of Dillwynia juniperina?
Juniper-leafed Dillwynia
What is the natural habitat of Dillwynia juniperina?
Open woodlands and heathlands
Species in the Dillwynia genus
Dillwynia retorta,
Dillwynia juniperina,
Dillwynia sericea,
Dillwynia glaberrima,
Dillwynia phylicoides,
Dillwynia oreodoxa,
Dillwynia ramosissima,
Dillwynia hispida,
Dillwynia dillwynioides,
Dillwynia pungens,
Dillwynia tenuifolia,
Dillwynia stipulifera,
Dillwynia brunioides,
Dillwynia acicularis,
Dillwynia prostrata,
Dillwynia uncinata,
Dillwynia acerosa,
Dillwynia divaricata,
Dillwynia floribunda,
Dillwynia cinerascens,
Dillwynia crispii,
Dillwynia glaucula,
Dillwynia palustris,
Dillwynia rupestris,
Dillwynia sieberi,
Dillwynia brunioides,
Dillwynia parvifolia,
Dillwynia laxiflora,
Dillwynia sparsifolia,
Dillwynia trichopoda,
Dillwynia elegans,
Species in the Fabaceae family