Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
312182

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 4: 72 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311514



Common Names

  • Baeckea robusta
  • Robust Baeckea
  • Robust Myrtle


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Description

Baeckea robusta (also called Robust Baeckea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is found in dry forests and woodlands, at elevations of up to 1000 meters. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a thick, woody stem.

Uses & Benefits

Baeckea robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It can also be used to make herbal tea and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baeckea robusta is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baeckea robusta is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Baeckea robusta

Baeckea robusta is native to Australia. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests at elevations of 0-1000m. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Baeckea robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baeckea robusta?

Baeckea robusta

What is the common name of Baeckea robusta?

Robusta Baeckea

What is the natural habitat of Baeckea robusta?

Baeckea robusta is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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,

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