Ricinocarpos facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ricinocarpos |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Euphorbiaceae |
| Subfamily: | Crotonoideae |
| Tribe: | Ricinocarpeae |
| Subtribe: | Ricinocarpinae |
| Genus: | Ricinocarpos Desf. |
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| Ricinocarpos pinifolius Desf.
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Ricinocarpos is a special group of plants. They belong to the plant family called Euphorbiaceae. Scientists first described this group of plants in 1817. All Ricinocarpos plants are endemic to Australia. This means they grow naturally only in Australia and nowhere else in the world.
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What are Ricinocarpos Plants?
Ricinocarpos plants are often shrubs or small trees. They are known for their unique flowers and leaves. Many species have narrow, needle-like leaves. Their flowers can be quite pretty, often white or cream-colored. These plants are an important part of Australia's natural environment.
Where Ricinocarpos Plants Grow
Since all Ricinocarpos species are found only in Australia, they are very important to the country's unique plant life. You can find them in different parts of Australia. Some grow in Western Australia, while others are found in New South Wales (NSW) or Queensland (Qld). They often grow in sandy or rocky areas.
Types of Ricinocarpos Plants
There are many different kinds of Ricinocarpos plants. Each one has its own special features. For example, Ricinocarpos pinifolius is also known as the Wedding Bush. It grows in several Australian states. Scientists keep studying these plants to learn more about them.
Here are some of the known species of Ricinocarpos:
- Ricinocarpos bowmanii F.Muell. - NSW
- Ricinocarpos brevis R.J.F.Hend. & Mollemans - Windarling Range in WA
- Ricinocarpos canianus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - S Qld
- Ricinocarpos crispatus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - S Qld
- Ricinocarpos cyanescens Muell.Arg. - SW WA
- Ricinocarpos glaucus Endl. - SW WA
- Ricinocarpos gloria-medii J.H.Willis - S NT
- Ricinocarpos graniticus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - SW WA
- Ricinocarpos ledifolius F.Muell. - NSW, Qld
- Ricinocarpos linearifolius Halford & R.J.F.Hend - N NSW, Qld
- Ricinocarpos marginatus (A.Cunn.) Benth. - N WA
- Ricinocarpos megalocarpus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - S WA
- Ricinocarpos muricatus Muell.Arg. - S + W WA
- Ricinocarpos oliganthus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - SW WA
- Ricinocarpos pilifer Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - S WA
- Ricinocarpos pinifolius Desf. - NSW, Qld, Vic, Tas
- Ricinocarpos psilocladus (Muell.Arg.) Benth. - SW WA
- Ricinocarpos rosmarinifolius (A.Cunn.) Benth. - N WA
- Ricinocarpos ruminatus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - Expedition Range
- Ricinocarpos speciosus Muell.Arg. - N NSW, S Qld
- Ricinocarpos stylosus Diels - S WA
- Ricinocarpos trachyphyllus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - C NSW, S Qld
- Ricinocarpos trichophorus Muell.Arg. - S WA
- Ricinocarpos trichophyllus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - N WA, N NT
- Ricinocarpos tuberculatus Muell.Arg. - S WA
- Ricinocarpos undulatus Lehm. - S WA
- Ricinocarpos velutinus F.Muell. - S WA
- Ricinocarpos verrucosus Halford & R.J.F.Hend. - N Qld
See also
In Spanish: Ricinocarpos para niños
