Scaevola xanthina (Goodeniaceae), a new yellow-flowered species from the south coast of Western Australia
SHEPHERD, K.A. AND HISLOP, M.
Scaevola xanthina K.A.Sheph. & Hislop, a new species readily distinguished by its prostrate habit and yellow flowers, is here described. This species is geographically restricted and is currently only known from Mount Manypeaks Nature Reserve. It is listed according to Department of Parks and Wildlife Conservation Codes for Western Australia Flora as a Priority Two taxon under the phrase-name Scaevola sp. Waychinicup (E.M. Sandiford EMS 1336). Images and an amendment to the Flora of Australia key to Scaevola L. are included.
