Bitter Pea Today

: Unlike many other peas, Daviesia species are distinguished by their unique triangular-shaped seed pods that turn brown and brittle when ripe. Common Species Common Name Notable Traits Daviesia latifolia Hop Bitter-pea

: They produce small, fragrant pea-shaped flowers, usually featuring a bright mix of yellow, orange, and dark red or brown. bitter pea

A hardy, quick-growing variety often found in mountainous regions. Gorse Bitter-pea : Unlike many other peas, Daviesia species are

: Early European settlers used the bitter leaves of D. latifolia as a replacement for hops in beer making. Gorse Bitter-pea : Early European settlers used the

Historically used by settlers as a substitute for hops in brewing. Narrow-leaf Bitter-pea

: Historically, some species were used by Aboriginal Australians as an inhalant; leaves and branches were burned to relieve breathing difficulties.

: Most species grow as open shrubs ranging from 1 to 3 meters in height. Their leaves are often modified into tough, leathery phyllodes or sharp, rigid scales to survive dry conditions.