Holly-leaved Hovea (Hovea Chorizemifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hovea chorizemifolia is a small, upright, prickly shrub native to the south-west of Western Australia, known for its distinctive holly-like leaves and blue-purple pea flowers.

Holly-leaved Hovea

Holly-leaved Hovea

Hovea Chorizemifolia

Hovea chorizemifolia is a small, upright, prickly shrub native to the south-west of Western Australia, known for its distinctive holly-like leaves and blue-purple pea flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, lateritic
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Holly-leaved Hovea

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Holly-leaved Hovea
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Hovea