Pseudanthus ovalifolius
Pseudanthus ovalifolius F.Muell.
Pseudanthus ovalifolius, known as oval-leaf pseudanthus, is a flowering plant in the Picrodendraceae family. It is native to south-eastern Australia, including New South Wales, Tasmania, and Victoria. The plant is a monoecious shrub with oval leaves and whitish flowers. Flowers appear singly in upper leaf axils or sometimes in clusters at the ends of branches. It was first described by F.Muell. in 1858.
Description
Pseudanthus ovalifolius is a shrub that grows in a spreading or compact form. It is characterized by wiry stems and oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and white, typically found in the upper leaf axils. Occasionally, they may appear in clusters at the tips of branches. This species is restricted to the south-eastern regions of Australia and is part of the Picrodendraceae family. It was first published in 1858 by Ferdinand von Mueller.
Distribution
New South Wales · Tasmania · Victoria
Synonyms
Caletia ovalifoliaCaletia wilhelmii