Swainsona maccullochiana
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Ashburton-pea
- Plant type
- Wildflower
- Growth habit
- Herbaceous
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Low
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Australian arid regions
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Swainsona maccullochiana is
The Ashburton-pea is a herbaceous wildflower native to arid parts of Australia. You will recognize it by its distinct form that thrives under the harsh conditions of its home.
Growing this plant requires an appreciation for dry, warm spaces. It asks for very little water and prefers to sit in full sun while it develops from seed.
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People and Swainsona maccullochiana
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Indigenous observation
People living in the arid Australian interior observed the growth cycle of this pea. It provided seasonal cover in regions where water is scarce.
- 19th century
Botanical documentation
Early botanical surveys recorded the species during expeditions through Western Australia. It became a recognized specimen in colonial herbaria.
- Modern
Horticultural interest
Gardeners now approach this plant as a specialized addition to arid-style landscapes. It is typically managed through careful seed sowing.
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Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Swainsona maccullochiana?
Swainsona maccullochiana is a species in the Swainsona genus. Commonly known as Ashburton-pea, a wildflower, and with a herbaceous growth habit. Native to Australian arid regions.
How do you care for Swainsona maccullochiana?
Reference care guidance for Swainsona maccullochiana: full sun light, low watering, warm temperatures, and low humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
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