Tetratheca decora explained

Tetratheca decora, also known as black-eyed susan, is a species of plant in the quandong family that is endemic to Australia.

Description

The species grows as a small, erect shrub to 30–40 cm in height. The deep lilac-pink flowers have petals 6–15 mm long, appearing mainly from September to November.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The plants have a scattered distribution across central eastern New South Wales from the Warrumbungles to the Nowra area, occurring in heath and dry sclerophyll forest on sandstone substrates.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Tetratheca decora Joy Thomps. . C. Gardner & L. Murray . 1992. PlantNET. Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney . 13 October 2021.