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Blue Stars
Chamaescilla corymbosa
-37.9507, 145.346
Field Notes
Description:
Beautiful bright blue flowers about 15 mm wide and a star burst of stamens arising from the centre. Each of the six petals had three veins.
It was difficult to locate the leaves but they are said to be prostrate and die-off after flowering.
Habitat:
spotted in semi-shade in eucalypt forest.
Notes:
Described as a tufted perennial herb, the plant is short lived and each flower lasts for just one day. Not known to be attractive to birds or lepidoterans. <br>
Family: Liliaceae (Anthericaceae)
Reference Links:
.: Chamaescilla corymbosa :.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedOctober 16, 2014
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