Hypocalymma myrtifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtifolium
ID:
217044
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 10: 333 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216373
Common Names
- Hypocalymma myrtifolium
- Myrtle-leaved Waxflower
- Myrtle-leaved Myrtle
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Hypocalymma myrtifolium (also called Myrtle-leaved hypocalymma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is found in dry shrubland, heathland, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Hypocalymma myrtifolium has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hypocalymma myrtifolium are white to pale pink and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Hypocalymma myrtifolium can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Hypocalymma myrtifolium
Hypocalymma myrtifolium is found in Australia.
Hypocalymma myrtifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypocalymma myrtifolium?
Hypocalymma myrtifolium
What is the common name of Hypocalymma myrtifolium?
Myrtle-Leaved Myrtle
What is the natural habitat of Hypocalymma myrtifolium?
It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Species in the Hypocalymma genus
Hypocalymma angustifolium, Hypocalymma asperum, Hypocalymma cordifolium, Hypocalymma ericifolium, Hypocalymma linifolium, Hypocalymma myrtifolium, Hypocalymma phillipsii, Hypocalymma puniceum, Hypocalymma robustum, Hypocalymma scariosum, Hypocalymma speciosum, Hypocalymma strictum, Hypocalymma tetrapterum, Hypocalymma xanthopetalum, Hypocalymma connatum, Hypocalymma gardneri, Hypocalymma hirsutum, Hypocalymma jessicae, Hypocalymma melaleucoides, Hypocalymma serrulatum, Hypocalymma sylvestris, Hypocalymma tenuatum, Hypocalymma uncinatum, Hypocalymma elongatum, Hypocalymma minus, Hypocalymma verticillare,
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-101499: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.