Cryptandra arbutiflora (Waxy Cryptandra)
Botanical Information
Family | Rhamnaceae |
Genus | Cryptandra |
Species | arbutiflora |
Category | Woody |
Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
Origin | Western Australia, widespread south of the Murchison River. |
Details
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Height | 0.05 - 1 m |
Flowering Period | May, June, July, August, September, October, November |
Description and Growing Information
Shape | Erect and spreading. |
Notable Specimens | Kings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia. |
Habitat | Thrives in sandy, gravel or clay soils. Can also be found in laterite, granite, limestone or quartzite. |
Flower Description | The showy part of the flower is 5 mm long calyx tube with the petals educed to small hoods enveloping the stamens. |
Colour Description | The flowers are yellowish-white, pink and red in colour. The leaves are green. |