Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 210 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000792202
Common Names
- Cameraria Latifolia
- Latifolia Cameraria
- Latifolia Came
Description
Cameraria latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Boxwood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cameraria latifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cameraria latifolia is white and tubular in shape. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cameraria latifolia is a slow-growing shrub that prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer months.
Where to Find Cameraria latifolia
Cameraria latifolia can be found in the tropical regions of South America.
Cameraria latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cameraria latifolia?
Cameraria latifolia
What is the common name of Cameraria latifolia?
Broad-leaved Cameraria
What is the natural habitat of Cameraria latifolia?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Cameraria genus
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Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,