Hovea pungens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
S.L.Endlicher & al., Enum. Pl. Hügel: 37 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188310
Common Names
- Hovea
- Hovea Pungens
- Pungens
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- Hovea ulicina Meisn. [valid]
- Hovea pungens major Paxton [valid]
- Hovea pungens ulicina (Meisn.) Benth. [valid]
Description
Hovea pungens (also called Prickly Hovea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m high. It is native to Western Australia and is found in sandy and clay soils in woodlands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Hovea pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hovea pungens is a small, yellow, globular flower head. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hovea pungens is a small shrub that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Hovea pungens
Hovea pungens is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Hovea pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hovea pungens?
Hovea pungens
What is the family of Hovea pungens?
Fabaceae
Where is Hovea pungens found?
Hovea pungens is found in Australia
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Hovea pungens Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.