Cajanus reticulatus

Fabaceae

Form and Size:  A small erect or spreading shrub to 2m high.  Stems and new growth are distinguished by rusty coloured hairs.

Distribution:  Widespread throughout northern Australia.

Leaves: Simple, opposite with veins prominent on the underside.

Flowers: Pea like, bright yellow.

Flowering Period: Anytime.

Fruit: A pod 2-3 cm long.

 Photographed with the Spotted Pea Blue Butterfly,  Euchrysops cnejus.