Homoranthus flavescens facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Homoranthus flavescens |
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Homoranthus
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flavescens
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The Homoranthus flavescens is a unique plant that belongs to the myrtle family. It is a special type of plant that grows only in northern New South Wales, Australia. This plant is a low, spreading shrub, which means it doesn't grow very tall but spreads out wide. It has a flat top and its leaves can be shaped like cylinders or be a bit flat.
You can spot its pretty yellow to reddish flowers in late spring and summer. These flowers grow in the axils of the leaves, which are the spots where a leaf joins the stem. They often form small groups near the ends of the branches.
What it Looks Like
The Homoranthus flavescens is a small shrub, usually growing up to about 0.5 metres (about 1.6 feet) tall. It can spread out to be 1 metre (about 3.3 feet) wide. Its leaves are quite small, typically 6 to 10 millimetres long and up to 1.5 millimetres wide. The bright yellow flowers appear when spring is ending and throughout the summer. After the flowers, the plant produces fruits from September to December.
Where it Grows
This plant is found in a region stretching from Yetman in far northern New South Wales down to the Dubbo and Merriwa areas. It prefers to grow in sandy soil, especially on sandstone. You'll often find it in open woodlands or areas with lots of shrubs, known as heathlands.
Is it Safe?
Good news! The Homoranthus flavescens is quite common in the areas where it grows. It is also found in many protected places, so its future is safe.
