Tetratheca shiressii explained

Tetratheca shiressii is a species of flowering plant in the quandong family that is endemic to Australia.

Description

The species grows as a small, ascending or decumbent shrub to 30–75 cm in height. The oval leaves are 4–12 mm long and 6 mm wide. The flowers are deep lilac-pink, with petals 10–20 mm long, appearing mostly from July to October.[1]

Distribution and habitat

The range of the species includes the Watagans and the Bulli area in eastern New South Wales, where the plants grow in heath on sandy, swampy or rocky sites.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Tetratheca shiressii Blakely . C. Gardner & L. Murray. 1992. PlantNET. Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney . 21 October 2021.