Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
231333

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Soland. ex Gaertn.) Peter G.Wilson & J.T.Waterh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 30: 425 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230664



Common Names

  • Lophostemon suaveolens
  • Suaveolens Lophostemon
  • Suaveolens Lophostemon Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Homaliopsis forbesii S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Lophostemon suaveolens (also called Brush Box, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10–15 m (33–49 ft) and has a thick trunk with a crown of lanceolate leaves. It is found in rainforests, open woodlands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lophostemon suaveolens is used as a windbreak, as a shade tree, and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lophostemon suaveolens has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lophostemon suaveolens is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is an ideal plant for container cultivation.

Where to Find Lophostemon suaveolens

Lophostemon suaveolens is native to Australia.

Lophostemon suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lophostemon suaveolens?

Lophostemon suaveolens

What is the common name of Lophostemon suaveolens?

Sweet Brushbox

What is the natural habitat of Lophostemon suaveolens?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Australia

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-115196: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Gaertner (1732-1791): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaertn.' in the authors string.
Peter Gordon Wilson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter G.Wilson' in the authors string.
John Teast Waterhouse (1924-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Waterh.' in the authors string.