Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
249736

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 1857: 56 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249068



Common Names

  • Myrtus pulchella
  • Pulchella Myrtle
  • Myrtle Pulchella


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Description

Myrtus pulchella (also called 'Myrtle' or 'Mountain Myrtle', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Myrtus pulchella is used as an ornamental shrub, as a hedge plant, and for medicinal purposes. It has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, wounds, and respiratory issues. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and syrups.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrtus pulchella has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrtus pulchella is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Myrtus pulchella requires little maintenance and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Myrtus pulchella

Myrtus pulchella is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Myrtus pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrtus pulchella?

Myrtus pulchella

What is the common name of Myrtus pulchella?

Myrtle

What is the habitat of Myrtus pulchella?

Myrtus pulchella is found in dry, rocky areas of 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,