29-Apr-2021 Theme: 'Pea'

(1) What is the common name of the twining, ground-hugging pea Kennedia prostrata?

Answer: Running postman.

(2) What is the distinctive, glossy black bulge at the centre of a Sturt desert pea petal called? (bonus: How many petals does a Sturt desert pea flower have?).

Answer: Boss (four petals).

(3) Which of the following is not a common name for Hardenbergia violacea? (a) Happy wanderer (b) False sarsaparilla (c) Purple coral pea (d) Native violet (e) Lilac vine.

Answer: (d) Native violet.

(4) Complete this Australian phrase: “Jumping up and down like the pea in a … …”

Answer: Referee’s whistle.

(5) What is the binomial name of the endangered, South East Australian plant known commonly as the Small purple pea or Mountain Swainson pea?

Answer: Swainsona recta.

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