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Pimelea lyallii, commonly known as the southern sand daphne, is a species of small shrub of the family Thymelaeaceae.[1]

Pimelea lyallii
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malvales
Family: Thymelaeaceae
Genus: Pimelea
Species:
P. lyallii
Binomial name
Pimelea lyallii

Description


Pimelea lyallii has a prostrate habit. Its stems grow up to 60 cm long, with leaves that are 5 to 7 mm long and 2 to 3 mm wide. Its flowers are hairy and white, and grow in clusters. The fruit it produces is also white.[1]


Distribution and habitat


The species is endemic to New Zealand, and found only on the Foveaux Strait and Stewart Island / Rakiura coasts. The shrub grows in coastal sand dunes and is often found partially covered in sand.[1]


Conservation status


Pimelea lyallii is classified as at risk under the New Zealand Threat Classification System (NZTCS) due to being naturally uncommon.


References


  1. "Pimelea lyallii". New Zealand Plant Conservation Network. Retrieved 17 November 2021.





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