Hovea apiculata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn. ex G.Don
Source:
ildis
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 126 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194935
Common Names
- Hovea Apiculata
- Pointed-Leaved Hovea
- Pointed Hovea
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- Hovea mucronata A.Cunn. ex G.Don [unknown]
- Hovea longifolia subacuta Domin [unknown]
- Hovea longifolia apiculata (A.Cunn. ex G.Don) Domin [unknown]
Description
Hovea apiculata (also called 'Pointed-leaved Hovea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It has a woody rootstock and grows up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Hovea apiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of blue dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hovea apiculata has small, blue-purple flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hovea apiculata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings of about 5-7 cm in length and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.
Where to Find Hovea apiculata
Hovea apiculata is native to Australia, and can be found in parts of New South Wales and Queensland.
Hovea apiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hovea apiculata?
Hovea apiculata
What is the common name of Hovea apiculata?
Pointed Hovea
What type of plant is Hovea apiculata?
Hovea apiculata 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
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' 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 apiculata A.Cunn. ex G.Don: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.