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elm-seed hakea

Hakea cycloptera R.Br.
elm-seed hakea
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Hakea cycloptera, known as elm-seed hakea, is a shrub in the Proteaceae family native to South Australia. It was first described in 1810 by Robert Brown. This small, spreading shrub is characterized by its pale pink or white flowers, which bloom from December to August.

Description

Hakea cycloptera is a member of the Proteaceae family and is found exclusively in South Australia. It is a low-growing shrub with a spreading habit, producing an abundance of pale pink or white flowers over a long period, from December through to August. The species is part of the genus Hakea, which is native to Australia and includes a variety of shrubs adapted to diverse environments.

Other common names

elm-seed hakea

Distribution

Global · South Australia

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