Doryanthaceae

Doryanthaceae is a family consisting of a single genus, Doryanthes and two species which occurs in Eastern Australia (Queensland and New South Wales). Members exhibit large basal rosettes with a tuberous root system. Leaves are large and leathery. Flowers produces nectar which are most likely pollinated by birds. Plants are mesophilic or xerophilic.

We have the genus Doryanthes represented on the wiki.


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