Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtoideus
ID:
391543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1): 146 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000390875



Common Names

  • Myroideus Myrtle
  • Myroideus Myrtle Tree
  • Myroideus Myrtle Shrub


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Synonyms

  • Orites myrtoides Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Roupala myrtoidea Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Tricondylus chilensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Embothrium myrtifolium Poepp. ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Lomatia chilensis Gay [unknown]

Description

Orites myrtoideus (also called myrtle-leaved orites, and many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Proteaceae family. It is native to Australia. It typically grows in dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Orites myrtoideus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a soil conditioner and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orites myrtoideus has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a head-like structure. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orites myrtoideus is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Orites myrtoideus

Orites myrtoideus is native to Europe and can be found in Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Orites myrtoideus FAQ

What is the common name of Orites myrtoideus?

Myrtle Orites

What is the scientific name of Myrtle Orites?

Orites myrtoideus

What is the natural habitat of Myrtle Orites?

It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2402330: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.