Grey Copperburr
Sclerolaena diacantha (Nees) Benth.
Sclerolaena diacantha (Nees) Benth., known as Grey Copperburr, is a flowering plant in the Chenopodiaceae family. It is a perennial rounded subshrub native to Australia, growing up to 30 cm in height. The species is widely distributed across several states, including New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia.
Description
Sclerolaena diacantha is a hardy perennial subshrub found in various regions of Australia. It is characterized by its rounded growth habit and is commonly referred to as Grey Copperburr. The plant is part of the Chenopodiaceae family and was first described in 1870. It is known for its adaptability and is found in multiple states, including New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia.
Other common names
Grey Copperburr
Distribution
New South Wales · Northern Territory · Queensland · South Australia · Victoria · Western Australia
Synonyms
Anisacantha diacanthaBassia beaugleholeiBassia diacanthaBassia gardneriChenolea diacanthaKentropsis diacanthaSclerolaena gardneriSclerolaena beaugleholei