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Prostanthera porcata

Prostanthera porcata B.J.Conn
Prostanthera porcata
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Prostanthera porcata is a flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family, native to the Budawang Range in south-eastern New South Wales. It is an erect shrub with glabrous branches, elliptic leaves, and flowers that are deep pink or pink and cream in color. The species was described by B.J. Conn in 1984.

Description

Prostanthera porcata belongs to the genus Prostanthera and is part of the Lamiaceae (mint) family. It is found exclusively in the Budawang Range of New South Wales. This shrub is characterized by its smooth, hairless branches and elliptical leaves. The flowers are notable for their deep pink or pink and cream coloration. The species was first published in 1984 by botanist B.J. Conn.

Distribution

New South Wales

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