Micromyrtus forsteri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forsteri
ID:
244182
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.R.Bean
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 471 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243514
Common Names
- Micromyrtus forsteri
- Forster's Micromyrtus
- Forster's Myrtle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Micromyrtus forsteri (also called Forster's Micromyrtus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Micromyrtus forsteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Micromyrtus forsteri is a small white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Micromyrtus forsteri is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can tolerate light frosts and is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Micromyrtus forsteri
Micromyrtus forsteri can be found in Australia.
Micromyrtus forsteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Micromyrtus forsteri?
Micromyrtus forsteri
What is the common name of Micromyrtus forsteri?
Forster's Micromyrtus
What is the natural habitat of Micromyrtus forsteri?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrubland in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Micromyrtus genus
Micromyrtus albicans, Micromyrtus barbata, Micromyrtus blakelyi, Micromyrtus capricornia, Micromyrtus carinata, Micromyrtus ciliata, Micromyrtus delicata, Micromyrtus elobata, Micromyrtus erichsenii, Micromyrtus fimbrisepala, Micromyrtus flaviflora, Micromyrtus forsteri, Micromyrtus gracilis, Micromyrtus grandis, Micromyrtus helmsii, Micromyrtus hexamera, Micromyrtus hymenonema, Micromyrtus imbricata, Micromyrtus leptocalyx, Micromyrtus littoralis, Micromyrtus minutiflora, Micromyrtus obovata, Micromyrtus patula, Micromyrtus racemosa, Micromyrtus rotundifolia, Micromyrtus serrulata, Micromyrtus sessilis, Micromyrtus stenocalyx, Micromyrtus striata, Micromyrtus sulphurea, Micromyrtus vernicosa, Micromyrtus monotaxis, Micromyrtus ninghanensis, Micromyrtus papillosa, Micromyrtus rogeri, Micromyrtus uniovula, Micromyrtus acuta, Micromyrtus chrysodema, Micromyrtus clavata, Micromyrtus navicularis, Micromyrtus placoides, Micromyrtus redita, Micromyrtus triptycha, Micromyrtus trudgenii, Micromyrtus prochytes, Micromyrtus mucronulata, Micromyrtus greeniana, Micromyrtus collina, Micromyrtus rubricalyx, Micromyrtus arenicola,
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-127454: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.