Hovea linearis|Common Hovea
Cardinia indigenous plant guide
- Description
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Open straggling to erect hairy subshrub.
- Size (W x H)
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0.3-0.5m x 0.3m
- Leaves
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Lower leaves egg-shaped to elliptic 1-5cm x 2-16mm, upper leaves narrow 1.4-11cm x 3-10mm. Upper surface arched beside midrib, hairy below.
- Flowers
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Stalkless axillary clusters of 2-3 small pea flowers. Round green pods turn black when ripe.
- Flower colour
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Mauve
- Flower time
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July to October
- Growing conditions
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Dry well drained shallow clay or gravelly soils in open forests of the foothills. Light frosts. Semi shade to dappled shade.
- Commonly used for
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Dainty little undershrub for treed or sheltered area. Plant in groups for effect.
- Available at indigenous nursery
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- Photo gallery
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- Acknowledgement
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Thank you to Shire of Yarra Ranges for assistance in compiling this directory
