Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kanalaensis
ID:
921219
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hochr.) N.Snow
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 8: 179 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000920554
Common Names
- Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis
- Kanalaensis Myrtle
- Xanthomyrtus Myrtle
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Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis (also called Kanala Xanthomyrtus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers that bloom in summer. It is found in open woodlands, heathlands, and dry sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis is a species of plant found in Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis are small, white, and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from the base of the plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis
Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Xanthomyrtus genus
Xanthomyrtus angustifolia, Xanthomyrtus arfakensis, Xanthomyrtus bryophila, Xanthomyrtus cardiophylla, Xanthomyrtus compacta, Xanthomyrtus diplycosiifolia, Xanthomyrtus flavida, Xanthomyrtus grandiflora, Xanthomyrtus hienghenensis, Xanthomyrtus humilis, Xanthomyrtus koebrensis, Xanthomyrtus lanceolata, Xanthomyrtus leeuwenii, Xanthomyrtus montis-sucklingii, Xanthomyrtus montivaga, Xanthomyrtus oreophila, Xanthomyrtus ovata, Xanthomyrtus papuana, Xanthomyrtus polyclada, Xanthomyrtus schlechteri, Xanthomyrtus scolopacina, Xanthomyrtus splendens, Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis, Xanthomyrtus wendae,
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-466025: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
Neil Snow (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Snow' in the authors string.