Tetratheca glandulosa
Tetratheca glandulosa Sm.
Tetratheca glandulosa, known as the glandular pink-bell, is a shrub in the Elaeocarpaceae family. It is native to eastern New South Wales and grows up to 50 cm tall. The plant has small, deep lilac-pink flowers with four petals and is characterized by dark red, gland-tipped hairs on the pedicel and sepals.
Description
Tetratheca glandulosa (Sm.) is a spreading shrub in the Elaeocarpaceae family, native to New South Wales, Tasmania, and Victoria. It was first described in 1805. The plant typically reaches a height of 50 cm and is distinguished by its small, deep lilac-pink flowers with four petals. A notable feature is the presence of dark red, gland-tipped hairs on the pedicel and sepals. This species is commonly referred to as the glandular pink-bell.
Distribution
New South Wales · Tasmania · Victoria