Additional information

• FamilyFabaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size0.3-1 m x 0.3-1 m
• Plant groupingShrubs to 2m
• LeavesBluish-green leaves divided into 3 narrow leaflets 5-20 mm x 0.5-2 mm, margins rolled under.
• Flower colourYellow
• Flowering timeSeptember to February
• FlowersSingle large pea flowers to 20 mm long, sometimes a few in terminal sprays, held above leaves. Buds and backs of petals dark olive green.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsWell drained gravelly soils in heathlands and dry forests. Tolerates light frosts. Semi shade.
• Garden useAn attractive plant for gardens, rockeries and containers. Flowers are well displayed. Plant in groups. Tip prune to encourage bushiness.
• Commercially availableIndigenous nursery
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

Photo Gallery

Photographer/s: 1 Marilyn Bull ©; 2 David Francis, NatureShare ©; 3 Peter Kinchington ©

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