This distinct species is probably peculiar to the west coast of the South Island, while the rigid divaricating branched species of Forster is more peculiar to the east coast. In pl. xxxiv. figures of both have been given, showing the marked difference of foliage, and form of carpels. In P. linariifolia the section shows an indehiscent carpel, while P. divaricata shows a much smaller carpel, with a large, free, and downy capsule bursting irregularly.