Green Birdflower 5 Seeds Crotalaria cunninghamii

Crotalaria cunninghamii, commonly known as the green birdflower, is a perennial shrub native to the arid and coastal regions of northern Australia. It belongs to the legume family and is renowned for its unique, vibrant green flowers. The shrub typically grows between 3 and 6 feet tall, forming an open, upright structure with softly hairy, grey-green foliage that helps it retain moisture in hot, dry environments. Its velvety leaves are oval to elliptic in shape, giving the plant a silvery sheen under sunlight. Blooming primarily from spring through autumn, Crotalaria cunninghamii produces dense clusters of large, pea-shaped flowers arranged on long, terminal spikes. These brilliant green blossoms are delicately veined with blackish markings. After flowering, the plant develops inflated seed pods that rattle when shaken. Adapted to sandy and well-drained soils, this species thrives in full sun and is highly drought-tolerant, making it ideal for xeriscaping and native garden designs. It also enriches the soil through nitrogen fixation, benefiting surrounding plants in mixed landscapes. Crotalaria cunninghamii can be grown as an ornamental for its extraordinary floral display and ecological value. Its combination of green flowers, resilience, and ability to attract pollinators makes it one of Australia’s most distinctive and admired native wildflowers.