Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
myrtifolia
ID:
306541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Harv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 71: t. 4133 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305873



Common Names

  • Myrtle-leaved Ironwood
  • Myrtle-leaved Myrtle
  • Myrtle Ironwood


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Description

Backhousia myrtifolia (also called Myrtle-leaved Backhousia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia, where it is found in rainforest habitats. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing to a height of up to 8 m.

Uses & Benefits

Backhousia myrtifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Backhousia myrtifolia are white to yellowish in color, and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Backhousia myrtifolia is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15m tall. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Backhousia myrtifolia

Backhousia myrtifolia is native to the rainforests of eastern Australia.

Backhousia myrtifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Backhousia myrtifolia?

Backhousia myrtifolia is native to rainforest areas in eastern Australia.

What is the height of Backhousia myrtifolia?

Backhousia myrtifolia can grow up to 8 meters in height.

What is the life expectancy of Backhousia myrtifolia?

Backhousia myrtifolia can live up to 50 years.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18722: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.