Hardenbergia violacea Coral pea (Leguminosae) Evergreen climber

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Hardenbergia violacea
Coral pea
Evergreen climber
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The Hardenbergia violacea plant species is found in Australia - New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, Victoria. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Coral pea. Some home gardeners know the variety as H. monophylla. Kennedya monophylla. K. ovata.

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Latin Name:  Hardenbergia violacea
Common Name:  Coral pea
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  (Schneev.)Stearn.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Climbs over low bushes by the coast and to nearby mountains[1].

Edible Uses: The boiled leaves produce a slightly sweet and reasonably pleasant drink[144, 183]. At one time the roots were also reportedly used for this purpose[183].

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