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