Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bombayensis
ID:
744078

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.L.McDougall

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Telopea12: 351 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743411

Common Names

  • Bossiaea bombayensis
  • Bombayensis Bossiaea
  • Bombayensis

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Description

Bossiaea bombayensis (also called Bombay bossiaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the pea family. It is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy soils, often near granite outcrops. It is a shrub with grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bossiaea bombayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bossiaea bombayensis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bossiaea bombayensis is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bossiaea bombayensis

Bossiaea bombayensis is found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Bossiaea bombayensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bossiaea bombayensis?

Bossiaea bombayensis

What is the common name of Bossiaea bombayensis?

Bombay Bossiaea

Where is Bossiaea bombayensis found?

It is found in India

Species in the Bossiaea genus

Bossiaea foliosa, Bossiaea pulchella, Bossiaea disticha, Bossiaea heterophylla, Bossiaea linophylla, Bossiaea prostrata, Bossiaea webbii, Bossiaea walkeri, Bossiaea stephensonii, Bossiaea kiamensis, Bossiaea ensata, Bossiaea spinosa, Bossiaea bossiaeoides, Bossiaea aquifolium, Bossiaea rufa, Bossiaea brownii, Bossiaea carinalis, Bossiaea leptacantha, Bossiaea riparia, Bossiaea oligosperma, Bossiaea rhombifolia, Bossiaea dentata, Bossiaea divaricata, Bossiaea buxifolia, Bossiaea cinerea, Bossiaea scolopendria, Bossiaea rupicola, Bossiaea peduncularis, Bossiaea bracteosa, Bossiaea obcordata, Bossiaea eriocarpa, Bossiaea scortechinii, Bossiaea ornata, Bossiaea rosmarinifolia, Bossiaea armitii, Bossiaea neo-anglica, Bossiaea preissii, Bossiaea concinna, Bossiaea arenicola, Bossiaea cucullata, Bossiaea halophila, Bossiaea modesta, Bossiaea oxyclada, Bossiaea praetermissa, Bossiaea vombata, Bossiaea arcuata, Bossiaea atrata, Bossiaea aurantiaca, Bossiaea barbarae, Bossiaea barrettiorum,

Species in the Fabaceae family