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Wreath plant

Family: Goodeniaceae

Genus: Lechenaultia

Species: macrantha

Main Flower Colour: Pink

Description

Flat, mat like plant with stems radiating from a central point, up to 750cm in diameter. Leaves small and succulent. Often found in areas where soil has been disturbed such as along roadsides and ploughed areas.

Identification

The main flower colour is pink. Cream and pink flowers in spring, arranged around the perimeter of the plant.

Uses

Attracting tourists

References

Wildflowers of Western Australia by C. A. Gardner

Created: 10 Feb 2014 - Member - John and Val
Updated: 28 Mar 2014 - Member - John and Val

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Location

Bio Regions

AVW - Avon Wheatbelt

Specifics

Canna WA

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