Leptomeria dielsiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dielsiana
ID:
446605
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pilg.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 6: 103 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445937
Common Names
- Dielsiana Leptomeria
- Dielsiana Myrtle
- Dielsiana Tea-tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptomeria dielsiana (also called ‘Smooth-barked Apple’, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has smooth, grey bark and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptomeria dielsiana is used as an ornamental plant and as a ground cover. It can also be used to purify water and as a natural mosquito repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leptomeria dielsiana is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptomeria dielsiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and keep in a sunny spot.
Where to Find Leptomeria dielsiana
Leptomeria dielsiana is native to parts of Australia.
Leptomeria dielsiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptomeria dielsiana?
Leptomeria dielsiana
What is the family of Leptomeria dielsiana?
Sapindaceae
Where is Leptomeria dielsiana native to?
Australia
Species in the Leptomeria genus
Leptomeria furtiva, Leptomeria pauciflora, Leptomeria pachyclada, Leptomeria obovata, Leptomeria preissiana, Leptomeria glomerata, Leptomeria ericoides, Leptomeria empetriformis, Leptomeria ellytes, Leptomeria drupacea, Leptomeria dielsiana, Leptomeria cunninghamii, Leptomeria penduliflora, Leptomeria squarrulosa, Leptomeria spinosa, Leptomeria scrobiculata, Leptomeria axillaris, Leptomeria aphylla, Leptomeria acida, Leptomeria rubescens,
Species in the Santalaceae family
Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2498234: Based on the initial data import
Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.