Yellow starflower facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yellow starflower |
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Calytrix
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angulata
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The Calytrix angulata, often called the yellow starflower, is a special kind of plant. It belongs to the myrtle family. This plant is found only in Western Australia, which means it is endemic there.
About the Yellow Starflower
The yellow starflower is a type of shrub. It usually grows to be about 0.2 to 1 meter (which is about 8 inches to 3 feet) tall. This plant is known for its beautiful cream-yellow flowers. These flowers are shaped like stars, which is how it got its common name.
When Does It Bloom?
The yellow starflower blooms during the warmer months. You can see its star-shaped flowers between August and January. This is when the plant looks its most vibrant.
Where Does It Grow?
This plant likes to grow in sandy soils. You can find it on flat areas called plains and on gentle slopes. It lives in the Swan Coastal Plain area of Western Australia. It also grows in parts of the South West and Wheatbelt regions.
How Was It Discovered?
The yellow starflower was first officially described in 1839. A botanist named John Lindley wrote about it. He included it in his book called A Sketch of the Vegetation of the Swan River Colony. Later, in 1843, another botanist named Johannes Conrad Schauer also described the plant. He gave it a slightly different name, Calycothrix angulata, in his own work.
