Hovea heterophylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Hook.f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Fl. Tasman.1: 95 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185983
Common Names
- Heterophylla Hovea
- Hovea Heterophylla
- Variable-leaved Hovea
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- Hovea heterophylla decipiens Domin [unknown]
- Hovea heterophylla typica Domin [invalid]
Description
Hovea heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Hovea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small shrub with blue flowers and is native to the south east of Australia. It is found in open forests, woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hovea heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hovea heterophylla has yellow flowers with five petals that are fused together at the base. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Hovea heterophylla is a shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Hovea heterophylla
Hovea heterophylla is native to India and can be found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.
Hovea heterophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hovea heterophylla?
Hovea heterophylla
What type of plant is Hovea heterophylla?
A shrub
Where is Hovea heterophylla native to?
Southeast Asia
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
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Hovea heterophylla A.Cunn. ex Hook.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.