Pink summer calytrix facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Pink summer calytrix |
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Calytrix
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The Calytrix fraseri, also known as the pink summer calytrix or pink summer starflower, is a special plant. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family, which includes plants like eucalyptus. This plant is endemic to Western Australia, meaning it naturally grows only in that part of the world.
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About the Pink Summer Starflower
This plant is a type of shrub that lives for many years. It usually grows to be about 0.2 to 1 meter (about 8 inches to 3 feet) tall. Sometimes, it can even reach 2 meters (about 6.5 feet) tall. It also spreads out about 0.2 to 0.6 meters (about 8 inches to 2 feet) wide.
Its beautiful flowers bloom for a long time, from November to August. They are star-shaped and can be pink, purple, or yellow. These flowers have bright, contrasting centers. The plant's leaves stay green all year round, giving it an evergreen look.
Growing and Caring for the Plant
You can grow new plants from seeds or by taking small pieces (cuttings) from the plant. People often plant it in gardens or pots. Its flowers are great for bouquets and attract helpful insects like bees. This plant is quite tough. It can handle a little bit of cold weather and doesn't need much water.
Where the Pink Summer Starflower Grows
You can find this plant growing in sandy areas, like sand dunes, and around rocky places called granite outcrops. It grows in sandy soils. It is found along the west coast of Western Australia. This includes areas like the Mid West, Wheatbelt, and South West regions. You can find it as far north as Kalbarri and as far east as Lake Grace.
How the Plant Got Its Name
The Calytrix fraseri was first officially described by a botanist named Allan Cunningham. He wrote about it in a science journal in 1834. The plant was named to honor Charles Fraser. He was the first person in charge of the Sydney botanical gardens.
