Kingdom Plantae Family Pittosporaceae Higher classification Pittosporaceae | Order Apiales Scientific name Bursaria Rank Genus | |
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Similar Bursaria spinosa, Banksia marginata, Allocasuarina verticillata, Goodenia, Acacia paradoxa | ||
Bursaria garden plants
Bursaria is a genus of large shrubs and small trees which are native to Australia. The genus was first described by Antonio Cavanilles in 1797, with his description of the type species B. spinosa. The name is derived from the Latin word bursa (purse) which relates to the shape of its seed capsules.
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Species
The genus includes the following species:
They occur in all Australian states and territories except the Northern Territory.
References
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