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Persoonia helix

Persoonia helix P.H.Weston
Persoonia helix
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Persoonia helix is a flowering plant species in the Proteaceae family, native to the south-west of Western Australia. It is characterized by its erect to spreading shrub form, hairy young branchlets, twisted leaves, and bright yellow flowers that appear singly or in groups of up to five on a rachis up to 25 mm long.

Description

Persoonia helix, described by P.H. Weston in 1994, is a member of the Proteaceae family. It is found in Western Australia and is distinguished by its unique morphology, including twisted leaves and yellow flowers. The species contributes to the biodiversity of the Proteaceae family, which is well-represented in the region.

Distribution

Global · Western Australia

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