Goodenia decurrens is a species of flowering plant in the family Goodeniaceae. The name was first published by the botanist Robert Brown in 1810 as part of his work on Australian flora. The specific epithet decurrens is derived from Latin, meaning “decurrent,” and typically refers to leaves whose bases extend down the stem.
Taxonomy
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Clade: Angiosperms
- Clade: Eudicots
- Order: Asterales
- Family: Goodeniaceae
- Genus: Goodenia
- Species: Goodenia decurrens R.Br.
Distribution
The species is reported from eastern Australia, with records primarily from the state of New South Wales. Comprehensive distribution data are limited.
Habitat
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Morphology
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Ecology
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Conservation status
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Etymology
The epithet decurrens denotes a morphological characteristic—typically, leaf bases that run down the stem—suggesting that this feature is notable in the species’ description.
References
- Brown, R. (1810). Prodromus Florae Novae Hollandiae et Insulae Van Diemen.
- Australian Plant Census, Goodenia decurrens entry.
Note: While the taxonomic existence of Goodenia decurrens is documented, detailed botanical descriptions, ecological information, and conservation assessments are not widely available in accessible encyclopedic sources.