Mirbelia dilatata

Mirbelia dilatata

Overview

Mirbelia dilatata, known as holly-leaved mirbelia, is a shrub endemic to the southwestern Australian floristic province. Its leaves are prickly with spiny

Mirbelia dilatata, known as holly-leaved mirbelia, is a shrub endemic to the southwestern Australian floristic province. Its leaves are prickly with spiny teeth, resembling those of European holly (Ilex), an adaptation thought to deter browsing by animals. It grows in heath and mallee scrubland, producing purple-violet pea flowers in spring.

Taxonomy

Fabales
Fabaceae (Legume family)
Species Mirbelia dilatata

よくある質問

What family does Mirbelia dilatata belong to?
Mirbelia dilatata (Mirbelia dilatata) belongs to the family Fabaceae in the order Fabales.

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