Hovea similis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Thomps.
Source:
ildis
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.14: 81 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194952
Common Names
- Hovea similis
- Similar Hovea
- Common Hovea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hovea similis (also called Similar Hovea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hovea similis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of blue dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hovea similis has bright blue flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, black and kidney-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hovea similis is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer from semi-hardwood cuttings of current season's growth.
Where to Find Hovea similis
Hovea similis is native to Australia, and can be found in parts of New South Wales and Queensland.
Hovea similis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hovea similis?
Hovea similis
What is the common name of Hovea similis?
Similar Hovea
What type of plant is Hovea similis?
Hovea similis is a shrub.
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
Ian R. Thompson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Thomps.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Hovea similis I.Thomps.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.