Rocky Kunzea (Kunzea rupestris) - a photo on Flickriver

Rocky Kunzea (Kunzea rupestris)

Kunzea rupestris, a rare species. It grows on moss, directly on Hawkesbury sandstone, (there's practically no soil).

The habitat is exposed to full sunshine, regular drought, temperatures over 40 degrees celsius, heavy rain and occasional frost and fire. At this site, it grows on the moss, Campylopus bicolor.

Two years ago there was a drought. Today, I saw that many plants have died from that drought. Including the otherwise drought tolerant Baeckea brevifolia. (Another myrtle). Disturbing to see many of them dead. I expected them to re-shoot.

However, the listed vulnerable Rocky Kunzea survived the drought and associated heatwaves.

This pictured plant is growing on moss. Within a naturally formed channel in the sandstone.

Another poor year for flowering for this species. But, this rare plant is well suited to this harsh environment. Great to see them this morning.

Taken in: Australia / New South Wales / Cottage Point (show map)

Taken on: October 20, 2019

Tags:

rocky kunzea

kunzea

Myrtaceae

Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park

sandstone

Hawkesbury Sandstone

rare plant

vulnerable

Sydney, Australia

Terrey Hills

Campylopus bicolor

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Groups appears in: • Australian flowers - plants - trees • Flickr Nature more » • PLANT [directory] 植物 • Myrtaceae • The Nature Conservancy • Threatened Species of Australia • Identified plants directory - Botany group • Field Guide: Australian Native Plants • Red is Vibrant and Passionate *ONLY NATURE* • Australian Nature Photographers « less

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