Distribution
Verticordia nitens is restricted to the Swan Coastal Plain, its range extends as far north as Moore River, and as far south as Yarloop, not reaching Harvey. The urban sprawl around the states capital has created disjunct populations to its north and south.
The species grows in deep white sand, or brown or grey sand over this, and is often associated with low banksia woodlands north of Perth to Moore River. The flowering period coincides with Nuytsia floribunda, the Western Australian Christmas Tree, also found on the Swan Coastal Plain; their conspicuous orange display is well known in the region.
The plant has often been situated in the path of urban development. This encroachment on the plant's habitat is likely to place the species under duress if continued. An appearance is likely in the unmanaged medians and verges of urban areas, but clearing and altered ecology restrict their former range. Populations once found on river reserves, such as one at Success Hill near Bassendean, have since disappeared.
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