Wiry centrolepis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Wiry centrolepis |
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Centrolepis
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polygyna
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The Centrolepis polygyna, also known as the wiry centrolepis, is a small plant found in Western Australia. It is a type of plant that belongs to the Restionaceae family. This plant is special because it grows in certain wet areas across different regions of Western Australia.
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What is the Wiry Centrolepis?
The wiry centrolepis is a small plant that grows every year. It is called an annual herb because it completes its whole life cycle, from seed to flower to seed, within one year. This plant has a reddish color and grows in clumps, which is called a tufted habit.
How Big Does it Get?
This tiny plant usually grows to be about 1 to 7 centimeters (0.4 to 2.8 inches) tall. That's about the size of your finger!
When Does it Bloom?
The wiry centrolepis shows its flowers between July and December. This means you can see it blooming during the winter and spring months in Western Australia.
Where Does the Wiry Centrolepis Live?
This plant likes to grow in specific places that get wet during the winter. You can often find it in low areas that collect water or in places where water slowly seeps out of the ground.
What Kind of Soil Does it Like?
The wiry centrolepis prefers to grow in sandy-clay soils. These soils are often found over a type of rock called laterite.
Regions in Western Australia
You can find the wiry centrolepis in several regions across Western Australia. These areas include the Wheatbelt, Mid West, Peel, South West, Great Southern, and Goldfields-Esperance regions.
Images for kids
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A close-up view of the wiry centrolepis.
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Another image showing the small size of the plant.
