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gomphrena
Gomphrena celosioides
Plant Family :Amaranthaceae
Plant Form :herb
Growth Habit :Spreading, prostrate annual or short lived perennial herb 10-30cm tall
Description :Introduced. Poisonous to horses if they eat large quantities for a long time.
Distribution :Queensland and northern N.S.W.
Weed Status :Low importance.
Introduced :Yes
Seen North Qld :  Yes

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