Romnalda ophiopogonoides facts for kids

Romnalda ophiopogonoides is a special type of lily plant. It is considered a vulnerable species, which means it is at risk of disappearing from the wild. This plant is found only in a small part of the Wet Tropics of Queensland in Australia. So far, it has only been seen in a few spots near a place called Cooper Creek.

What Does Romnalda ophiopogonoides Look Like?

This plant is quite small. It has hard leaves and looks a bit like a lily. It often grows in groups or clumps. You might notice its roots, which look a bit like stilts.

Leaves and Flowers

The leaves of Romnalda ophiopogonoides grow up to about 15 centimeters (6 inches) tall. They are long and thin, usually 6 to 12 centimeters (2.4 to 4.7 inches) long. But they are very narrow, only about 3 to 4 millimeters (0.12 to 0.16 inches) wide.

Its flower stalks can grow up to 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) tall. These stalks hold groups of small, white flowers. Each flower has parts called petals and sepals. These parts look very similar and are about 3 to 4 millimeters (0.12 to 0.16 inches) long.

Where Does It Live?

This plant is endemic to the Wet Tropics of Queensland. This means it naturally grows nowhere else in the world! It prefers certain conditions in this rainforest area. Finding it only in a few spots near Cooper Creek shows how rare it is. Protecting its home is very important to help it survive.