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Conostylis pusilla

Conostylis pusilla Endl.
Conostylis pusilla
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Conostylis pusilla is a rhizomatous, tufted perennial herb in the family Haemodoraceae. It is native to the south-western region of Western Australia. This plant features flat leaves and hairy yellow flowers, typically arranged in pairs on a flowering stem.

Description

Conostylis pusilla, described in 1846 by Endl., is a grass-like herb belonging to the genus Conostylis. It is endemic to Western Australia and is characterized by its rhizomatous growth and tufted form. The plant produces hairy yellow flowers, usually in pairs, on its flowering stem. It is part of the Haemodoraceae family, commonly known as the bloodwort family.

Distribution

Western Australia

Synonyms

Conostylis minima

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