Dillwynia tenuifolia facts for kids

Dillwynia tenuifolia is a special and rare plant. It is a type of small shrub that grows only in New South Wales, Australia. This means it is "endemic" to that area, found nowhere else in the world! It is known for its beautiful pea-shaped flowers that are often orange-yellow and red.

About the Dillwynia tenuifolia Plant

Dillwynia tenuifolia is a small shrub. It usually grows up to 1 metre tall. This plant produces pretty flowers that look like tiny peas. Their colours are usually a mix of orange-yellow and red. These flowers are part of a group of plants famous for their golden, pea-shaped blooms.

Where the Dillwynia tenuifolia Lives

This rare plant is found in different parts of New South Wales. Most of these places are around Sydney. You can find it on the Cumberland Plain from Windsor to Penrith. It also grows east to Deans Park.

Other groups of these plants live in western Sydney. These areas include Voyager Point and Kemps Creek. You can also find them near Ludenham and South Maroota. Some populations are known from the Bulga Mountains. They also grow in Kurrajong Heights and Woodford. These last spots are in the Lower Blue Mountains.

Why This Plant Needs Protection

The Dillwynia tenuifolia is considered a vulnerable plant. This means it is at risk of disappearing. The main reasons for this are human activities.

• Urban Development: As cities grow, land is cleared for buildings and roads. This destroys the places where the plant lives. It also breaks up their habitats into smaller pieces.
• Changes to Fire: Natural bushfires help some plants grow. But changes to how often or how strong fires happen can harm this species.

Even though Australia lists it as vulnerable, some international groups have a different view. For example, the IUCN does not see it as threatened. Still, protecting its habitat is very important. This helps make sure this unique plant can continue to grow in New South Wales.