Daviesia smithiorum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Crisp
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.8: 1235 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638763
Common Names
- Smith's Bitter-pea
- Smith's Bitter Pea
- Smith's Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Daviesia smithiorum (also called Smith's Bitter Pea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and heathlands. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Daviesia smithiorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Daviesia smithiorum is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, brown, flattened disc, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Daviesia smithiorum is a small shrub that can grow up to 2 meters in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained mix.
Where to Find Daviesia smithiorum
Daviesia smithiorum is native to Australia and can be found in temperate climates.
Daviesia smithiorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Daviesia smithiorum?
Daviesia smithiorum
What is the common name of Daviesia smithiorum?
Smith's Bitter Pea
What is the natural habitat of Daviesia smithiorum?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Daviesia genus
Daviesia latifolia, Daviesia eremaea, Daviesia pedunculata, Daviesia podophylla, Daviesia spiralis, Daviesia mimosoides, Daviesia striata, Daviesia euphorbioides, Daviesia discolor, Daviesia stricta, Daviesia triflora, Daviesia mollis, Daviesia longifolia, Daviesia pectinata, Daviesia cardiophylla, Daviesia acicularis, Daviesia decurrens, Daviesia purpurascens, Daviesia corymbosa, Daviesia cordata, Daviesia pubigera, Daviesia anceps, Daviesia hakeoides, Daviesia incrassata, Daviesia uniflora, Daviesia physodes, Daviesia polyphylla, Daviesia umbellulata, Daviesia mesophylla, Daviesia angulata, Daviesia debilior, Daviesia alata, Daviesia inflata, Daviesia reclinata, Daviesia epiphyllum, Daviesia rhombifolia, Daviesia arborea, Daviesia squarrosa, Daviesia buxifolia, Daviesia brevifolia, Daviesia nudiflora, Daviesia flexuosa, Daviesia microphylla, Daviesia genistifolia, Daviesia grahamii, Daviesia alternifolia, Daviesia pachylima, Daviesia wyattiana, Daviesia preissii, Daviesia gracilis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986544-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Daviesia smithiorum Crisp: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.