The world\u2019s largest living plant\u00a0has been identified in the shallow waters off the coast of\u00a0Western Australia. The sprawling seagrass, a marine flowering plant known as\u00a0Posidonia australis,\u00a0stretches for more than 112 miles (180 kilometers) in Shark Bay, a wilderness area protected as a World Heritage site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Using genetic testing, scientists have determined a large underwater meadow in Western Australia is in fact one plant. It is believed to have spread from a single seed over at least 4,500 years. The seagrass covers about 200 sq km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Static\/Current Takeaways Important For All Exam 2022:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Australia Prime minister: Anthony Albanese;<\/p>\n\n\n\n Australia Capital: Canberra;<\/p>\n\n\n\n Australia Currency: Australian dollar.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The world\u2019s largest living plant\u00a0has been identified in the shallow waters off the coast of\u00a0Western Australia. The sprawling seagrass, a marine flowering plant known as\u00a0Posidonia australis,\u00a0stretches for more than 112 miles (180 kilometers) in Shark Bay, a wilderness area protected as a World Heritage site. 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