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Gunniopsis papillata

Gunniopsis papillata Chinnock
Gunniopsis papillata
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Gunniopsis papillata, commonly called the twin-leaved pigface, is a succulent plant in the Aizoaceae family. It is native to inland regions of Australia, where it grows as an annual herb with distinctive pimply leaves and white or yellow flowers.

Description

Gunniopsis papillata is a member of the Aizoaceae family and is found in New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, and South Australia. This annual herb features spatula-shaped to egg-shaped leaves with a pimply texture and produces flowers with white or yellow petals. The species was first described by Chinnock in 1983.

Distribution

New South Wales · Northern Territory · Queensland · South Australia

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