Carmichaelia hollowayi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hollowayi
ID:
193466
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Simpson
Source:
ildis
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. New Zealand75: 277 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192795
Common Names
- Holloway's Carmichaelia
- Holloway's Broom
- Holloway's Broom-Carmichaelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carmichaelia hollowayi (also called Holloway's broom, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Zealand. It grows up to 2 m tall and has small, narrow leaves. Its flowers are white, pink or purple and it is found in open scrub, grassland and forest margins.
Uses & Benefits
Carmichaelia hollowayi is used for weaving baskets and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Carmichaelia hollowayi are small, white and fragrant. The seed is a small, black, oblong capsule containing several small, brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Carmichaelia hollowayi is a shrub native to New Zealand. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Carmichaelia hollowayi
Carmichaelia hollowayi is found in dry, open areas of the South Island, New Zealand.
Carmichaelia hollowayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carmichaelia hollowayi?
Carmichaelia hollowayi
What is the common name of Carmichaelia hollowayi?
Holloway's broom
What type of plant is Carmichaelia hollowayi?
Shrub
Species in the Carmichaelia genus
Carmichaelia petriei, Carmichaelia williamsii, Carmichaelia compacta, Carmichaelia kirkii, Carmichaelia australis, Carmichaelia exsul, Carmichaelia appressa, Carmichaelia arborea, Carmichaelia astonii, Carmichaelia corrugata, Carmichaelia curta, Carmichaelia hollowayi, Carmichaelia monroi, Carmichaelia odorata, Carmichaelia uniflora, Carmichaelia crassicaulis, Carmichaelia carmichaeliae, Carmichaelia glabrescens, Carmichaelia juncea, Carmichaelia nana, Carmichaelia torulosa, Carmichaelia vexillata, Carmichaelia muritai, Carmichaelia stevensonii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Simpson (1880-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Simpson' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Carmichaelia hollowayi G.Simpson: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.