Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
brevistyla
ID:
360203

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.W.Moore) C.M.Weiller

Source:
ksu

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 12: 213 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359535

Common Names

  • Brevistyla Honey-Myrtle
  • Brevistyla Prickly-Myrtle
  • Brevistyla Leptecophylla

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Synonyms

  • Styphelia brevistyla J.W.Moore [valid]
  • Styphelia tameiameiae societas (A.Gray) S.L.Welsh [valid]
  • Styphelia tameiameiae brevistyla (Moore) M.L.Grant [valid]

Description

Leptecophylla brevistyla (also called Short-styled Leptecophylla, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry sclerophyll forests, heathlands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptecophylla brevistyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptecophylla brevistyla has small white flowers with a yellow centre and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, brown and oval shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptecophylla brevistyla is an evergreen shrub native to the coastal regions of Australia. It grows in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Leptecophylla brevistyla

Leptecophylla brevistyla can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Leptecophylla brevistyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptecophylla brevistyla?

Leptecophylla brevistyla

What type of plant is Leptecophylla brevistyla?

Leptecophylla brevistyla is a shrub

Where does Leptecophylla brevistyla grow?

Leptecophylla brevistyla grows in Australia

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

John William Moore (1901-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Moore' in the authors string.
Carolyn M. Weiller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Weiller' in the authors string.