Ballantinia Antipoda
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''Ballantinia'' is a genus of plants in the family
Brassicaceae Brassicaceae () or (the older but equally valid) Cruciferae () is a medium-sized and economically important Family (biology), family of flowering plants commonly known as the mustards, the crucifers, or the cabbage family. Most are herbaceous pla ...
. ''Ballantinia antipoda'' is the sole species in the genus. It is a small annual herb growing on granite outcrops at high elevations. Formerly more widespread, it is currently restricted to
Mount Alexander Mount Alexander is a mountain located approximately 125 km north-west of Melbourne, near the town of Harcourt. It rises 350 metres above the surrounding area to a level of 744 metres above sea level. Being a prominent local landmark, ...
in central Victoria. The species is listed as 'Critically Endangered' under the Victorian Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act. Species: *'' Ballantinia antipoda'' - Southern shepherd's purse


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Brassicaceae Brassicaceae genera {{Brassicales-stub