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Zieria involucrata

Zieria involucrata R.Br. ex Benth.
Zieria involucrata
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Zieria involucrata is a shrub in the Rutaceae family, native to New South Wales. It was first described in 1863 and is characterized by its sparse, upright growth, three-part leaves, and clusters of small white flowers, with the clusters shorter than the leaves. The species is primarily found in the lower Blue Mountains and surrounding areas near Sydney.

Description

Zieria involucrata is an erect shrub with sparse foliage and three-part leaves. It produces clusters of small white flowers, with each cluster containing up to 21 flowers and being shorter in length than the leaves. This species is endemic to New South Wales and is mainly distributed in the lower Blue Mountains. It is also known from other regions around Sydney. The plant is a member of the Rutaceae family and was first published in 1863.

Distribution

New South Wales

Synonyms

Zieria cytisoides var. involucrata

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