Lobelia purpurascens
R. Br.
White root
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLobelia purpurascens, commonly known as white root or purplish pratia, is a flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae of eastern Australia. It is a small herbaceous, scrambling plant with white to pale pink flowers.
Description
A small creeping plant. It has fleshy tap roots. The leaves are dark green and purple underneath.
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Distribution
It is a warm temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia,
Synonyms
Dortmanna purpurascens (R. Br.) KuntzeLobelia ilicifolia SimsLobelia purpurascens var. ilicifolia (Sims) A. DC.Pratia purpurascens (R. Br.) E. Wimm.Rapuntium purpurascens (R. Br.) C. Presl
References (1)
- Sutherland Shire Plants Guide (As Pratia purpurascens)
