Dillwynia glaberrima|Smooth or Heath Parrot-pea

Cardinia indigenous plant guide

Description

Upright shrub.

Size (W x H)

1-2m x 1-2m

Leaves

Narrow, shiny leaves 3-30mm x 0.5mm, tip curved down. Upper surface of leaf grooved.

Flowers

2-6-flowered clusters of pea flowers in upper axils and at the ends of branches, on long stalks.

Flower colour

Yellow predominantly with a red centre

Flower time

August to December

Growing conditions

Dry well drained soils in eucalypt forests. Frost tolerant. Full sun, semi shade.

Commonly used for

An attractive shrub with showy flowers, suitable to plant under established trees.

Available at indigenous nursery

Acknowledgement

Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory