Enekbatus dualis facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Enekbatus dualis |
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Enekbatus
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dualis
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Enekbatus dualis is a special kind of shrub that only grows in Western Australia. It's like a unique plant that calls this part of the world its only home! When we say it's "endemic," it means you won't find it growing naturally anywhere else in the world.
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Discovering Enekbatus dualis
This interesting plant was first described in 2010. Two scientists, Malcolm Eric Trudgen and Barbara Lynette Rye, gave it its scientific name.
What Enekbatus dualis Looks Like
This shrub is usually quite small. It typically grows to be about 0.75 metres (2 ft) tall. That's shorter than most grown-ups! In September, this plant puts on a beautiful show. It blooms with lovely pink flowers. Imagine a small bush covered in pretty pink blossoms!
Where Enekbatus dualis Lives
Enekbatus dualis likes to live in specific places. You can find it on low hills and slopes. It also grows among rocky outcrops. These are places where big rocks stick out of the ground.
This shrub lives in the Mid West region of Western Australia. It grows in the area between two towns: Geraldton and Yalgoo, Western Australia. It prefers sandy-clay soils. These soils are often found over granite, which is a type of hard rock.
Why Enekbatus dualis is Special
Because Enekbatus dualis only grows in one specific area, it is considered a rare plant. It is listed as an "endangered flora of Australia." This means it needs protection so that it can continue to grow and thrive for many years to come. Scientists and conservationists work to make sure special plants like this are safe.
