Kingdom Plantae Tribe Poranthereae Rank Species | Family Phyllanthaceae Genus Poranthera Order Malpighiales | |
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Similar Poranthera, Coronidium scorpioides, Gonocarpus tetragynus, Lepidosperma laterale, Dianella admixta | ||
Poranthera microphylla sometimes referred to as the Small Poranthera, is a widespread Australian annual herb that grows naturally in a variety of habitats. A tiny soft plant, up to 10 cm in height with weak branches. Occasionally noticed after wet winters when it comes into flower. The specific epithet microphylla refers to the very small leaves.
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