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Olax benthamiana

Olax benthamiana Miq.
Olax benthamiana
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Olax benthamiana is a species in the genus Olax, belonging to the family Olacaceae. It is native to Western Australia and was first described in 1845 by the author Miq.

Description

Olax benthamiana is a member of the plant family Olacaceae, a group of flowering plants commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions. The species is part of the genus Olax, which includes several woody shrubs and trees. This species is specifically distributed in Western Australia, where it is adapted to local environmental conditions. The scientific name was published in 1845 by the botanist Miq., following the standard nomenclatural conventions of the time. As with other members of the Olacaceae family, it likely exhibits characteristics such as simple leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers typical of the group.

Distribution

Western Australia

Synonyms

Olax uliginosaLopadocalyx uliginosus

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