Swainsona formosa (Sturt's desert pea) - Image 1

Botanical names: Swainsona formosa, Clianthus formosus, Clianthus dampieri

Common name: Sturt's desert pea

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Central Australia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantSemi-shadeFull sunModerate waterRed, crimson, vinous flowers
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