Smooth Parrot-pea (Dillwynia Glaberrima) 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.

Dillwynia glaberrima is a small upright shrub native to Australia, known for its linear leaves and bright yellow flowers with red markings.

Smooth Parrot-pea

Smooth Parrot-pea

Dillwynia Glaberrima

Dillwynia glaberrima is a small upright shrub native to Australia, known for its linear leaves and bright yellow flowers with red markings.

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, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, low-maintenance shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Smooth Parrot-pea

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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.

Humidity Trick

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Smooth Parrot-pea
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Dillwynia