Hovea elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sm.) DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 115 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193932
Common Names
- Elliptica Hovea
- Elliptica Hovea Plant
- Hovea Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Poiretia elliptica Sm. [deprecated]
- Poiretia elliptica Sm. [valid]
- Phusicarpos ellipticus (Sm.) Poir. [invalid]
- Platychilum celsianum Loisel. [valid]
- Goodia simplicifolia Spreng. [valid]
- Hovea latifolia G.Lodd. [valid]
- Hovea celsii Bonpl. [unknown]
Description
Hovea elliptica (also called Elliptic Hovea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has pinnate leaves and purple flowers. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Hovea elliptica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hovea elliptica has small, purple flowers with five petals and a short, cylindrical seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hovea elliptica is a shrub that can reach a height of up to 8 feet. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Hovea elliptica
Hovea elliptica is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria.
Hovea elliptica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hovea elliptica?
Hovea elliptica
What is the common name of Hovea elliptica?
Elliptic Hovea
What is the natural habitat of Hovea elliptica?
It is found in dry forest and scrub in the Andes of Peru
Species in the Hovea genus
Hovea linearis, Hovea longipes, Hovea acutifolia, Hovea longifolia, Hovea heterophylla, Hovea lanceolata, Hovea montana, Hovea chorizemifolia, Hovea stricta, Hovea trisperma, Hovea pungens, Hovea acanthoclada, Hovea purpurea, Hovea rosmarinifolia, Hovea arnhemica, Hovea corrickiae, Hovea planifolia, Hovea pannosa, Hovea elliptica, Hovea angustissima, Hovea apiculata, Hovea asperifolia, Hovea clavata, Hovea cymbiformis, Hovea densivellosa, Hovea graniticola, Hovea impressinerva, Hovea lorata, Hovea magnibractea, Hovea nana, Hovea nitida, Hovea parvicalyx, Hovea pedunculata, Hovea ramulosa, Hovea similis, Hovea speciosa, Hovea tasmanica, Hovea tholiformis, Hovea chorizemaefolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Hovea elliptica (Sm.) DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.