Cartonema spicatum is a herb in the Commelinaceae family.[1]
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Monocots |
| Clade: | Commelinids |
| Order: | Commelinales |
| Family: | Commelinaceae |
| Genus: | Cartonema |
| Species: | C. spicatum
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| Cartonema spicatum | |
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 edit
- ^ a b "Cartonema spicatum". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.