Wurmbea cernua is a species of plant in the Colchicaceae family that is endemic to Australia.
The species is a cormous perennial herb that grows to a height of 3.5âÂÂ10 cm. Its white to pink flowers appear from May to June.
The species is found in the Coolgardie, Esperance Plains, Jarrah Forest and Mallee IBRA bioregions of southern Western Australia. It grows on wet sandy soils and granite outcrops.