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Phyllangium paradoxum

Phyllangium paradoxum (R.Br.) Dunlop
Phyllangium paradoxum
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Phyllangium paradoxum is a species in the genus Phyllangium, belonging to the family Loganiaceae. It is native to Western Australia and was formally described in 1996 by Dunlop, based on earlier work by R.Br.

Description

Phyllangium paradoxum is a plant species within the Loganiaceae family, a group known for its diverse and often ecologically significant members. The species is endemic to Western Australia, where it is found in its natural habitat. It was scientifically described in 1996 by Dunlop, who recognized and classified it within the genus Phyllangium. The genus Phyllangium is characterized by specific morphological traits that distinguish it from other genera in the family. The species name 'paradoxum' may reflect unusual or distinctive features observed in the plant. As part of the Loganiaceae family, it shares characteristics with other members of this taxonomic group, which includes a variety of flowering plants. The description of this species contributes to the understanding of the biodiversity and taxonomy of Western Australian flora.

Distribution

Western Australia

Synonyms

Mitrasacme nudaMitrasacme paradoxaMitrasacme paradoxa f. elata

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