Fairy fan-flower (Scaevola aemula)
Also known as: Fan Flower, Fairy Fan Flower
Fairy fairy fan-flower (*Scaevola aemula*) is a species of evergreen shrub that is native to southern Australia. It produces white or blue flowers that mature into small, wrinkled berries. The plant is often cultivated for ornamental purposes, and it does well in hot, dry summer conditions.
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Attributes of Fairy fan-flower
Lifespan
Perennial, Annual
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
20 cm to 91 cm
Spread
30 cm to 60 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 5 cm
Flower Color
Purple Blue
Images of Fairy fan-flower
Quickly Identify Fairy fan-flower
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Fan-shaped dark blue flowers with five petals in a semi-circular pattern.
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Upright and sprawling growth reaching 1 1/2 feet (45 cm) in height and 2 feet (60 cm) width.
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Lance-shaped leaves 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) long with finely toothed margins.
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Smooth to slightly hairy green stem, 0.1-0.2 inches (0.25-0.5 cm) thick, with dense branching.
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Leaves exhibit a prominent central vein giving a structured appearance.
Scientific Classification of Fairy fan-flower
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Asterales
Family
Goodenia
Genus
Naupaka
Species
Fairy fan-flower
