Broadleaf Early Nancy

Broadleaf Early Nancy - Wurmbea latifolia subsp. vanessae
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Wurmbea latifolia subsp. vanessae


Flower stem to 12 cm with male and female flowers on the same or different plants. Three stem-sheathing leaves. Some bisexual flowers may also be found within the inflorescence. Spikes of 2-7 starry flowers


Details
Flora Type
Lilies, orchids
Distinctive Features

Much smaller in height and with fine slender pointed flowers that are sweetly fragrant. It has a greenish band (nectary) towards the base of the flower.

Biology

Perennial.

Native Status
Native
Flowering Time

Jul-Sep