Achyranthes arborescens
Achyranthes arborescens R.Br.
Achyranthes arborescens is a member of the Amaranthaceae family and is found only on Norfolk Island. It is classified as critically endangered under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act in Australia.
Description
Achyranthes arborescens, described by R.Br. in 1810, is a plant species native exclusively to Norfolk Island. It belongs to the genus Achyranthes within the Amaranthaceae family. Due to its restricted range and significant threats to its survival, the species is listed as critically endangered by the Australian Federal government under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act.
Distribution
Norfolk Is.
Synonyms
Centrostachys arborescens
