Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
1412425

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) D.W.Taylor & D.J.Keil

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2018-67: 2. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424890



Common Names

  • Hooveria Parviflora
  • Parviflora Hooveria
  • Hooveria


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Description

Hooveria parviflora (also called Hooveria parviflora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky habitats, often in crevices of limestone rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Hooveria parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Hooveria parviflora flower is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hooveria parviflora is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It prefers moist soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining rooting mix.

Where to Find Hooveria parviflora

Hooveria parviflora is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Hooveria parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hooveria parviflora?

Hooveria parviflora

What is the common name of Hooveria parviflora?

Parviflora Hooveria

What is the natural habitat of Hooveria parviflora?

Hooveria parviflora is found in tropical forests, particularly in Central America

Species in the Hooveria genus

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

David John Keil (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Keil' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Dean W. Taylor: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.W.Taylor' in the authors string.