banner

Plant Finder

PLANT FINDER

Swainsona lessertiifolia

Botanical Name
Swainsona lessertiifolia
Common Names
Coast Swainson Pea, Bog Pea, Poison Pea,
Coast Swainson-Pea is a native evergreen perennial herb with an upright growth habit. It produces purple and white flowers. It is suited to planting in coastal areas, wetlands, and other naturalistic landscapes. It can be used for habitat restoration and erosion control. Grows to approx. 0.6m H.
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Swainsona lessertiifolia Coast Swainson Pea, Bog Pea, Poison Pea,
Native: Foliage Type:
Yes Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Herbs & Vegetables Upright

Description:
Coast Swainson-Pea is a native evergreen perennial herb with an upright growth habit. It produces purple and white flowers. It is suited to planting in coastal areas, wetlands, and other naturalistic landscapes. It can be used for habitat restoration and erosion control. Grows to approx. 0.6m H.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m <30cm

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Sandy