Genoa River correa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Genoa River correa |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Sapindales |
| Family: | Rutaceae |
| Genus: | Correa |
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C. l. var. genoensis
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| Correa lawrenceana var. genoensis Paul G.Wilson
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The Genoa River correa (scientific name: Correa lawrenceana var. genoensis) is a special type of shrub. It is a variety of the Mountain correa plant. This plant is found only in a small area of south-eastern Australia, which means it is endemic there.
This shrub has leaves shaped like eggs and pretty yellowish-green flowers. These flowers usually grow one by one where the leaves meet the stem.
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About the Genoa River Correa
The Genoa River correa is a shrub that can grow up to 2 m (6 ft 7 in) tall. Its leaves are shaped like eggs and are about 24–65 mm (0.94–2.56 in) long and 7–34 mm (0.28–1.34 in) wide. The underside of the leaves is mostly smooth.
The flowers of this plant are usually found alone. Sometimes, you might see up to seven flowers growing together. They grow on stalks that are about 7–25 mm (0.28–0.98 in) long. Each flower has small, thread-like leaves called bracteoles near its base.
The part of the flower that protects the petals, called the calyx, looks like an urn. It is about 9–12 mm (0.35–0.47 in) long and smooth. The petals, which form the corolla, are narrow and shaped like a cylinder. They are about 17–25 mm (0.67–0.98 in) long and have a yellowish-green color. The Genoa River correa mostly blooms in the spring.
How the Plant Was Named
The Genoa River correa was officially described and named in 1961. This was done by a scientist named Paul Wilson. He wrote about it in a scientific paper called Transactions of the Royal Society of South Australia.
Paul Wilson used plant samples that were collected by another famous botanist, Ferdinand von Mueller. Mueller found these plants in 1860 on the "flooded banks" of the Genoa River. That's how the plant got its name, genoensis, which refers to the Genoa River.
Where the Genoa River Correa Lives
This special type of Correa lawrenceana grows only along the Genoa River and the smaller streams that flow into it. This area is located near the border between the states of New South Wales and Victoria in Australia.
Protecting This Special Plant
The Genoa River correa is considered "endangered." This means it is at a high risk of disappearing forever. It is listed as endangered under several important Australian laws. These include the Australian Government's Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, New South Wales' Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016, and Victoria's Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988.
Because it is so rare, a special plan has been created to help it survive. This is called a National Recovery Plan. The biggest dangers to the Genoa River correa are that it grows in a very small area, and it faces problems like weeds taking over its habitat. Changes in how often fires happen and floods can also harm this plant.
