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Cartonema spicatum

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Cartonema spicatum
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Monocots
Clade: Commelinids
Order: Commelinales
Family: Commelinaceae
Genus: Cartonema
Species:
C. spicatum
Binomial name
Cartonema spicatum

Cartonema spicatum is a herb in the Commelinaceae family.[1]

The perennial herb typically grows to a height of 0.1 to 0.35 metres (0.3 to 1.1 ft). It blooms between January and July producing yellow flowers.

It is found in the Kimberley region in Western Australia where it grows in a variety of soils over basalt or sandstone.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Cartonema spicatum". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.