Scleranthus biflorus
| Cushion-bush | |
|---|---|
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Core eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus: | Scleranthus |
| Species: | S. biflorus |
| Binomial name | |
| Scleranthus biflorus (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Hook.f. | |
Scleranthus biflorus is a cushion-bush found in Australia and New Zealand. Other common names include the knawel and two-flowered knawel.
A common plant in grassland, particularly at higher altitudes. It may be in the form of a mat. Or a multi branched, spreading perennial herb. This species is under review, and new taxa are planned.[1]
References
- ↑ "Scleranthus biflorus". Plant Net - NSW Flora Online. NSW Government. Retrieved March 26, 2012.
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