Banksia tenuis var. reptans facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Banksia tenuis var. reptans |
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Scientific classification  |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Proteales |
| Family: | Proteaceae |
| Genus: | Banksia |
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B. t. var. reptans
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| Trinomial name | |
| Banksia tenuis var. reptans (A.S.George) A.R.Mast & K.R.Thiele
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Dryandra tenuifolia var. reptans A.S.George |
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Banksia tenuis var. reptans is a special kind of plant. It is a variety of the Banksia tenuis species. Think of a variety like a different version of a plant that still belongs to the same main species.
For a long time, this plant was known by a different name: Dryandra tenuifolia var. reptans. But in 2007, two scientists, Austin Mast and Kevin Thiele, made an important change. They decided that all plants previously called 'Dryandra' should now be part of the 'Banksia' plant group.
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What's in a Name?
When plants get new scientific names, it can be a bit tricky. The name Banksia tenuifolia had already been used for another plant. So, Mast and Thiele had to pick a brand new scientific name for the species that D. tenuifolia belonged to. This new name became Banksia tenuis. That's why this variety is now called Banksia tenuis var. reptans. It's all about making sure each plant has its own unique scientific name!
Where Does This Plant Live?
Like many other plants in the Banksia group that used to be called Dryandra, this variety grows only in one special place. It is endemic to the South West Botanical Province of Western Australia. "Endemic" means it's found naturally only in that specific area and nowhere else in the world.
The South West Botanical Province
The South West Botanical Province is a very important area for plants. It's known for having many unique species that grow only there. This region has a special climate and soil that helps these plants thrive. It's like a natural treasure chest of biodiversity!
About Banksia Plants
Banksias are famous Australian plants. They are known for their unique, often bottle-brush shaped flowers. These flowers produce lots of nectar, which attracts birds and insects. Banksias are a big part of Australia's natural environment.
