Southern Swainson Pea
Swainsona behriana
Prostrate to erect spreading heb to 15 cm tall and up to 30 cm in diameter. Dark green leaves are divided along a central stem (pinnate) and have finely pointed tips. Small triangular leaf-like bract (stipule) at the base of the leaves. Clusters of 2-7 purplish pea flowers.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Flora Type | Herbs |
| Other Common Names | BehrÕs Swainson-pea |
| Distinctive Features | Stems soft and downy with spreading hairs. Two bottom petals are fused to form a keel which is characteristically twisted in this species. Leaves are opposite. |
| Biology | Perennial. Well-drained soil in grassland and grassy woodland. |
| Native Status | Native |
| Flowering Time | Aug-Jan |