Regional ecosystem details for 3.5.28
| Regional ecosystem | 3.5.28 |
|---|---|
| Vegetation Management Act class | Least concern |
| Wetlands | Not a Wetland |
| Biodiversity status | Of concern |
| Extent in reserves | This regional ecosystem is no longer mapped. |
| Short description | Asteromyrtus lysicephala +/- Thryptomene oligandra +/- Neofabricia myrtifolia open heath on pediment fans |
| Structure code | Shrubland |
| Description | [RE not in use]²: This regional ecosystem is no longer mapped. Asteromyrtus lysicephala (back to front bush) dominates the sparse shrub layer. Neofabricia myrtifolia (yellow teatree), Thryptomene oligandra, Alyxia spicata (chain fruit) and Lomandra banksii occur at high densities in the shrub layer. Scattered Melaleuca arcana (Cape York paperbark), M. nervosa (woodland paperbark) and Lophostemon suaveolens (swamp mahogany) occur as emergent trees. Scattered emergent Banksia dentata (tropical banksia) shrubs are also present. The ground layer is sparse and dominated by Schoenus sparteus and Eriachne pallescens. Occurs on pediment fans. Not a Wetland. (BVG1M: 29a). |
| Supplementary description | Neldner and Clarkson (in prep), 173-5 |
| Comments | 3.5.28: The structure of this regional ecosystem varies greatly depending on micro relief and fire history. In areas of impeded drainage, Melaleuca arcana trees may dominate. Headwaters of the Jack River. |
1 Estimated extent is from version 13.1 pre-clearing and 2021 remnant regional ecosystem mapping. Figures are rounded for simplicity. For more precise estimates, including breakdowns by tenure and other themes see remnant vegetation in Queensland.
2 Superseded: Revision of the regional ecosystem classification removed this regional ecosystem code from use. It is included in the regional ecosystem description database because the RE code may appear in older versions of RE mapping and the Vegetation Management regulation.
