Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
archboldiana
ID:
331207

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr. & L.M.Perry) A.J.Scott

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 511 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330539



Common Names

  • Uromyrtus archboldiana
  • Archboldiana Uromyrtus
  • Archboldiana Uromyrtus Plant


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Description

Uromyrtus archboldiana (also called Archbold's Uromyrtus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands, and is found in rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest, and dry sclerophyll forest.

Uses & Benefits

Uromyrtus archboldiana is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long blooming period and is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Uromyrtus archboldiana is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Uromyrtus archboldiana is a shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Uromyrtus archboldiana

Uromyrtus archboldiana is native to Australia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Queensland.

Uromyrtus archboldiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Uromyrtus archboldiana?

Uromyrtus archboldiana

What is the family of Uromyrtus archboldiana?

Myrtaceae

Where is Uromyrtus archboldiana found?

It is found in 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-211001: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.