Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gunniana
ID:
311575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schauer ex Walp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. 2: 920 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310907



Common Names

  • Gunn's Baeckea
  • Gunn's Myrtle
  • Gunn's Tea Tree


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Synonyms

  • Baeckea micrantha Hook.f. [illegitimate]
  • Tetraspora gunniana Miq. [unknown]

Description

Baeckea gunniana (also called Gunn's Baeckea, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in heathlands, woodlands and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Baeckea gunniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can also be used for its medicinal properties. The leaves of the plant are used to treat skin diseases and the bark is used to treat fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, dark brown, hard seeds. Seedlings: Seedlings have smooth stems and leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baeckea gunniana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach a height of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Baeckea gunniana

Baeckea gunniana can be found in Australia, specifically in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.

Baeckea gunniana FAQ

What is the common name of Baeckea gunniana?

Gunn's baeckea

What is the natural range of Baeckea gunniana?

Eastern Australia

What is the habitat of Baeckea gunniana?

Dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, thickets, and roadsides

Species in the Baeckea genus

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-19207: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Johannes Conrad Schauer (1813-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schauer' in the authors string.