Cryptandra arbutiflora (Waxy Cryptandra)


Botanical Information

FamilyRhamnaceae
GenusCryptandra
Speciesarbutiflora
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginWestern Australia, widespread south of the Murchison River.

Details

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Height0.05 - 1 m
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August, September, October, November

Description and Growing Information

ShapeErect and spreading.
Notable SpecimensKings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
HabitatThrives in sandy, gravel or clay soils. Can also be found in laterite, granite, limestone or quartzite.
Flower DescriptionThe showy part of the flower is 5 mm long calyx tube with the petals educed to small hoods enveloping the stamens.
Colour DescriptionThe flowers are yellowish-white, pink and red in colour. The leaves are green.

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