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Calytrix plumulosa is a species of plant in the myrtle family Myrtaceae that is endemic to Western Australia.[1]
| Calytrix plumulosa | |
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Myrtales |
| Family: | Myrtaceae |
| Genus: | Calytrix |
| Species: | C. plumulosa
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| Binomial name | |
| Calytrix plumulosa | |
Description edit
The shrub typically grows to a height of 0.15 to 0.4 metres (0.5 to 1.3 ft). It usually blooms between October and November producing pink-violet to red star-shaped flowers.[1]
Distribution edit
It is found in the Wheatbelt region of Western Australia where it grows on sandy-loamy soils over laterite.
References edit
- ^ a b "Calytrix plumulosa". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.