Daviesia horrida

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Basic Information

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae

Genus: daviesia

Plant ID (slug): daviesia-horrida

Numeric ID: 21340

USDA Hardiness: 8-11

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Daviesia horrida is a SHRUB growing to 1.6 m (5ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Australis - New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Febrifuge, tonic and vermifuge[152]. Used as a hop substitute[154]. - check if this is medicinal, beer making or eating[K].

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Daviesia horrida