Wurmbea cernua
| Wurmbea cernua | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Order: | Liliales |
| Family: | Colchicaceae |
| Genus: | Wurmbea |
| Species: | W. cernua |
| Binomial name | |
| Wurmbea cernua | |
Wurmbea cernua is a species of plant in the Colchicaceae family that is endemic to Australia.
Description
The species is a cormous perennial herb that grows to a height of 3.5–10 cm. Its white to pink flowers appear from May to June.
Distribution and habitat
The species is found in the Coolgardie, Esperance Plains, Jarrah Forest and Mallee IBRA bioregions of southern Western Australia. It grows on wet sandy soils and granite outcrops.
References
- ↑ Macfarlane, TD (1980). "A revision of Wurmbea (Liliaceae) in Australia". Brunonia. 3 (2): 200–201. doi:10.1071/BRU9800145.
- 1 2 3 "Wurmbea cernua T.Macfarlane". Florabase. Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Western Australia. 2021. Retrieved 1 September 2021.
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