Genus Platylobium is a group of flowering plants belonging to the family Fabaceae. The genus contains many species that are native to Australia, with most found in the eastern states. Some of the commonly known species in this genus include flat pea, common flat-pea, winged broad-leaf, and bush-wood. The plants in Genus Platylobium are characterized by their flat, wide leaves and showy pea-like flowers with bright yellow or orange coloration. In the context of taxonomy and biology, the name "Genus Platylobium" might be used interchangeably with other synonyms such as Brachysema and Oxylobium. These synonyms are used to describe the same or a closely related group of plant species that share many common characteristics with Genus Platylobium.