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Hovea linearis

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Common Hovea
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H. linearis
Binomial name
Hovea linearis
Synonyms
  • Hovea heterophylla A.Cunn. ex Hook.f.
  • Hovea heterophylla f. decipiens Domin
  • Phusicarpos linearis (Sm.) Poir. nom. inval.
  • Poiretia linearis Sm. nom. illeg.

Hovea linearis (Common Hovea) is a slender shrub in the family Fabaceae, native to Australia. The upper leaves are narrow and long while the lower leaves are oval-shaped. Purple (or occasionally white) flowers are produced in the spring.[1][2]

The species occurs in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b Jones, D.L. "New South Wales Flora Online: Hovea linearis". Royal Botanic Gardens & Domain Trust, Sydney, Australia.
  2. ^ Corrick, M.G.; Fuhrer, B.A. (2001). Wildflowers of Victoria and adjoining areas. Australia: Bloomings Books. ISBN 978-1876473143.