Wurmbea biglandulosa explained

Wurmbea biglandulosa is a species of plant in the Colchicaceae family that is endemic to Australia.

Subspecies

• Wurmbea biglandulosa subsp. biglandulosa (R.Br.) T.D.Macfarl.
• Wurmbea biglandulosa subsp. flindersica R.J.Bates

Description

The species is a cormous perennial herb that grows to a height of 3.5–30 cm. Its white flowers appear in spring.

Distribution and habitat

The species is found in south-eastern Australia in New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria and Queensland. It grows in forest and disturbed grassland, and on creek banks and rocky ridges.^[1]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Wurmbea biglandulosa (R.Br.) T.D.Macfarl. . G.J. Harden . 1993. PlantNET. Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney . 8 September 2021.