Hachettea austrocaledonica
Hachettea austrocaledonica Baill.
Hachettea austrocaledonica is a species in the genus Hachettea, family Balanophoraceae. It was first described in 1880 by Baill. and is native to New Caledonia. The species has a global distribution, though it is primarily associated with this region.
Description
Hachettea austrocaledonica belongs to the Balanophoraceae, a family of parasitic flowering plants. It is part of the genus Hachettea, which includes several species found in the Pacific region. This species was first documented in 1880 by the botanist Baill. The plant is native to New Caledonia, an island nation in the southwest Pacific Ocean. Despite its regional origin, Hachettea austrocaledonica has a global distribution, indicating its presence in various parts of the world. Its occurrence in New Caledonia aligns with the region's rich and unique botanical diversity, particularly among parasitic and semi-parasitic species.
Distribution
Global · New Caledonia