Plank Plant (Bossiaea Scolopendria) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Bossiaea scolopendria is an erect, sparsely branched shrub native to eastern Australia, characterized by flattened, winged cladodes and bright yellow and red flowers.

Plank Plant

Plank Plant

Bossiaea Scolopendria

Bossiaea scolopendria is an erect, sparsely branched shrub native to eastern Australia, characterized by flattened, winged cladodes and bright yellow and red flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Plank Plant

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Mar
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Bossiaea