FAMILY:

FABACEAE

Genus:

Kennedia

species:

rubicunda

Common name:

Dusky Coral Pea.

Name derivation:

Genus: Kennedy, a London nurseryman; species: Latin ruby - red.

Growth habit:

Ground cover/climber.

Dimensions:

Depends on support 3m spread.

Foliage:

Compound, trifoliolate, alternate; leaflets dark green, elliptic 12cm long.

Flower:

Dull red, paired pea-shaped flowers, in axillary racemes from August - December.

Fruit:

Legume, flat, brown, hairy 10cm long in Dec - March.

Other features:

Lime tolerant. Frost resistant. Vigorous.

Natural distribution:

Qld, NSW, Vic.

Soils:

Well drained, clay/sandy.

Natural vegetation:

Various habitats.

Landcare use:

Dry coastal areas with shelter from strong salty winds. Attract nectar feeding birds

Propagation:

Scarified seeds.

Pests and diseases:

Few pests and diseases.