Mountain Shaggy Pea

Member - John and Val — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 20:46:00 GMT

This spreading shrub is common in alpine and subalpine areas in Vic, NSW and the ACT. It is showy when in flower over the summer months. The leaves are oblong to elliptical, 2 to 4cm long, with a leathery texture and short sharp tip. They are opposite or sometimes in whorls of 3 along the stem. The pea shaped flowers are bright yellow and red, and are found massed at the end of the branches.
Family: Fabaceae Genus: Podolobium Species: alpestre Main Flower Colour: Yellow

Fabaceae Podolobium alpestre Wildflowers

Mountain Shaggy Pea