Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
oligantha
ID:
337150

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Bean

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 533 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336482



Common Names

  • Backhousia oligantha
  • Scarce Backhousia
  • Scarce Backhousia Plant


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Description

Backhousia oligantha (also called Few-flowered Backhousia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Backhousia oligantha is a popular ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Backhousia oligantha are white and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Backhousia oligantha is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune to shape after flowering.

Where to Find Backhousia oligantha

Backhousia oligantha can be found in the rainforests of Australia.

Backhousia oligantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Backhousia oligantha?

Backhousia oligantha

What type of plant is Backhousia oligantha?

Tree

Where is Backhousia oligantha found?

Tropical Africa

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-216844: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.