Kennedia lateritia

Augusta Kennedia

Augusta Kennedia is a precious endangered climbing vine renowned for its red pea-shaped flowers and exceptional conservation value that creates meaningful displays in Australian gardens. This rare Western Australian species produces distinctive red pea flowers often with yellow blotches that bloom in spring, particularly during September to October, attracting native bees and supporting vital conservation efforts. The vigorous woody climbing habit allows it to climb several meters on fences, trellises, or trees, or can be used as groundcover. Hardy and drought tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and full sun positions with excellent frost and coastal tolerance. Perfect for conservation gardens, climbing applications, revegetation projects, and areas where endangered native vines with reliable red flowering create important landscape displays while supporting species preservation.

Climbers

Height: 3-6 meters (climbing), Spread: 2-4 meters

Kennedia lateritia is endemic to a small, localised area in southwestern Western Australia, specifically around Augusta and Cape Leeuwin, thriving in well-drained soils with excellent drainage and full sun to partial shade exposure in Mediterranean coastal climates.

As an endangered species from Western Australia’s unique flora, this plant represents irreplaceable biodiversity of the Cape Leeuwin region and was traditionally part of the coastal plant communities valued by Aboriginal peoples. Its conservation through cultivation is crucial for preventing extinction.