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Wurmbea centralis

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Wurmbea centralis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Order: Liliales
Family: Colchicaceae
Genus: Wurmbea
Species:
W. centralis
Binomial name
Wurmbea centralis

Wurmbea centralis is a species of plant in the Colchicaceae family that is endemic to Australia.

Description

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The species is a cormous perennial herb that grows to a height of 4.5–20 cm. Its pink or purplish-pink flowers appear from May to August.[2]

Distribution and habitat

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The species is found in South Australia and the southern Northern Territory. It grows mainly in hilly areas among rocks.[2]

References

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  1. ^ Macfarlane, TD (1980). "A revision of Wurmbea (Liliaceae) in Australia". Brunonia. 3 (2): 188. doi:10.1071/BRU9800145.
  2. ^ a b "Wurmbea centralis". Electronic Flora of South Australia. Department for Environment and Water, South Australia. 2007. Retrieved 3 September 2021.