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Wurmbea odorata T. D. Macfarl.

Wurmbea odorata

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Wurmbea odorata is a species of plant in the Colchicaceae family that is endemic to Australia.[2]

Description

The species is a cormous perennial herb that grows to a height of 10–24 cm. Its white flowers appear from June to September.[2]

Distribution and habitat

The species is found in the Carnarvon and Yalgoo IBRA bioregions of western Western Australia. It grows in red sand soils, sometimes over limestone substrates.[2]

References

  1. ^ Macfarlane, TD (1980). "A revision of Wurmbea (Liliaceae) in Australia". Brunonia. 3 (2): 181–182. doi:10.1071/BRU9800145.
  2. ^ a b c "Wurmbea odorata T.Macfarlane". Florabase. Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Western Australia. 2021. Retrieved 1 September 2021.
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Wurmbea odorata: Brief Summary

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

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