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Tecticornia chartacea

Tecticornia chartacea (Paul G.Wilson) K.A.Sheph. & Paul G.Wilson
Tecticornia chartacea
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Tecticornia chartacea is a species in the Chenopodiaceae family, native to Western Australia. It was described by K.A. Sheph. and Paul G.Wilson in 2007.

Description

Tecticornia chartacea belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family, commonly known as the goosefoot family. This species is endemic to Western Australia. It was formally described in 2007 by K.A. Sheph. and Paul G.Wilson. The genus Tecticornia is characterized by its salt-tolerant adaptations, typical of arid and saline environments. T. chartacea contributes to the regional biodiversity of Western Australia's flora.

Distribution

Western Australia

Synonyms

Halosarcia chartacea

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