Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imbricata
ID:
311609

Status:
valid

Authors:
Druce

Source:
wcs

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 1916: 608 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310941



Common Names

  • Imbricata's Baeckea
  • Imbricata's Myrtle
  • Imbricata's Tea Tree


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Synonyms

  • Imbricaria crenulata Sm. [illegitimate]
  • Baeckea crenulata DC. [illegitimate]

Description

Baeckea imbricata (also called imbricate baeckea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that typically grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and Indonesia. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Baeckea imbricata 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 imbricata 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 imbricata

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

Baeckea imbricata FAQ

What is the common name of Baeckea imbricata?

Imbricate baeckea

What is the natural range of Baeckea imbricata?

Eastern Australia

What is the habitat of Baeckea imbricata?

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