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 Lanaria lanata   Lanaria lanata
 Lanaria lanata   Lanaria lanata
 Lanaria lanata   Lanaria lanata
 Lanaria lanata   Lanaria lanata

Habitat

Clay and sandstone slopes.

Altitude

Flowering time

November to January

Description

An upright plant growing to 800 mm, with numerous stiff, narrow leaves at the base arising from a woody rootstock. The flowering stalk ends in a densely woolly, white head with hidden, small, mauve flowers. Honey bees are attracted by the light honey-like scent and nectar, and various monkey beetles are common visitors. Flowering is strongly stimulated by fire. From Greek: lana, wool; -aria, connected with: = woolly flower.

          

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2013 / 5 / 23