Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
citriodora
ID:
306496

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 78 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305828



Common Names

  • Lemon Myrtle
  • Citriodora Myrtle
  • Backhousia citriodora


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Description

Backhousia citriodora (also called Lemon-scented Ironwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to the coastal regions of eastern Australia. It has a dense, upright habit and grows to a height of 25 meters. Its leaves are oval-shaped and glossy green in color, and its white flowers are fragrant and star-shaped. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Backhousia citriodora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Backhousia citriodora is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling has a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Backhousia citriodora is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done through seed or cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Backhousia citriodora

Backhousia citriodora is native to the rainforests of eastern Australia.

Backhousia citriodora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Backhousia citriodora?

Backhousia citriodora

What is the common name of Backhousia citriodora?

Backhousia

What is the natural habitat of Backhousia citriodora?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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