Myrtus bracteifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sessé & Moc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mexic. , ed. 2: 124 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248651
Common Names
- Myrtus Bracteifolia
- Bracteifolia Myrtle
- Myrtle Bracteifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrtus bracteifolia (also called the bract-leaved myrtle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall, with opposite, leathery, aromatic leaves. The flowers are white, with five petals and numerous stamens, and are produced in clusters.
Uses & Benefits
Myrtus bracteifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrtus bracteifolia has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrtus bracteifolia is a shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to shape.
Where to Find Myrtus bracteifolia
Myrtus bracteifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and South America.
Myrtus bracteifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrtus bracteifolia?
Myrtus bracteifolia
What is the common name of Myrtus bracteifolia?
Bracted-leaved myrtle
What is the natural habitat of Myrtus bracteifolia?
Myrtus bracteifolia is native to the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Myrtus genus
Myrtus communis, Myrtus nivellei, Myrtus phyllireaefolia, Myrtus acuminata, Myrtus aequalis, Myrtus conferta, Myrtus disperma, Myrtus emarginata, Myrtus fasciculata, Myrtus fulva, Myrtus kuma, Myrtus micarensis, Myrtus moana, Myrtus scabra, Myrtus parviflora, Myrtus pendula, Myrtus psychotrioides, Myrtus pulchella, Myrtus vulcani, Myrtus bracteifolia, Myrtus angustifolia, Myrtus vestita, Myrtus sarandi, Myrtus nobilis, Myrtus capensis, Myrtus berlandiereana, Myrtus hypericifolia, Myrtus triflora, Myrtus pavonii, Myrtus anguillensis, Myrtus racemosa, Myrtus engleriana, Myrtus longifolia, Myrtus neocaledonica, Myrtus oreogena, Myrtus megapotamica, Myrtus suaveolens, Myrtus ovalifolia, Myrtus trifida, Myrtus yapacani, Myrtus aeruginosa, Myrtus montevidensis, Myrtus mapirensis, Myrtus reticulata, Myrtus ramiflora, Myrtus racemosa,
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
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:599649-1: Based on the initial data import