Flolape

Wolffia australiana

Wolffia australiana (Benth.) Hartog & Plas
Wolffia australiana
Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC-BY-SA-4.0)

Wolffia australiana is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae, specifically within the subfamily Lemnaceae. It is native to the Australasian region, including New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and the North and South Islands of New Zealand. The species was published in 1972 under the authorship (Benth.) Hartog & Plas.

Description

Wolffia australiana belongs to the genus Wolffia, part of the Araceae family. This aquatic plant is found in various regions across Australia and New Zealand. It is characterized by its small, free-floating structure and is part of the Lemnaceae subfamily, which includes other duckweed species. The plant is adapted to freshwater environments and plays a role in aquatic ecosystems.

Distribution

Australasian · New South Wales · New Zealand North · New Zealand South · South Australia · Tasmania · Victoria

Synonyms

Wolffia arrhiza var. australiana

Related species