Leptomeria aphylla explained

Leptomeria aphylla, commonly known as leafless currant-bush is a shrub that is native to south-eastern Australia.[1]

The species was formally described in 1810 by botanist Robert Brown in Prodromus Florae Novae Hollandiae, based on plant material collected at Memory Cove in South Australia.[1]

The small acidic fruits were eaten by indigenous Australians.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Leptomeria aphylla R.Br. . 2 September 2013. Australian Plant Name Index (APNI), IBIS database. Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research, Australian Government, Canberra.
  2. Book: Low, T.. Wild Food Plants Of Australia. Angus & Robertson. Australia . 1991 . 0207169306.

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