Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1917: 134 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448156
Common Names
- Myrica Arborea
- Arborea Myrica
- Arborea Bayberry
Synonyms
- Morella arborea (Hutch.) Cheek [unknown]
Description
Myrica arborea (also called Redberry Myrica, among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests. Its leaves are oblong and have a leathery texture.
Uses & Benefits
Myrica arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin problems, fever, and stomach disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrica arborea has small, white flowers, small black seeds and seedlings with narrow, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myrica arborea is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 8 m (26 ft) tall. It has small, glossy, green leaves and small yellow flowers. It is easily propagated from seed, and can be grown in full sun or part shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Myrica arborea
Myrica arborea is native to Australia and can be found in coastal areas of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Myrica arborea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrica arborea?
Myrica arborea
What type of plant is Myrica arborea?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Myricaceae
Where is Myrica arborea found?
It is native to Australia
Species in the Myrica genus
Myrica shaferi,
Myrica serrata,
Myrica dentulata,
Myrica faya,
Myrica cerifera,
Myrica caroliniensis,
Myrica gale,
Myrica funckii,
Myrica californica,
Myrica parvifolia,
Myrica rotundata,
Myrica pubescens,
Myrica pilulifera,
Myrica picardae,
Myrica javanica,
Myrica lindeniana,
Myrica arborea,
Myrica punctata,
Myrica spathulata,
Myrica faya,
Myrica hartwegii,
Myrica heterophylla,
Myrica holdrigeana,
Myrica inodora,
Myrica pavonis,
Myrica brevifolia,
Myrica cordifolia,
Myrica diversifolia,
Myrica humilis,
Myrica integra,
Myrica kraussiana,
Myrica quercifolia,
Myrica pringlei,
Myrica phanerodonta,
Myrica salicifolia,
Myrica rubra,
Myrica kandtiana,
Myrica pensylvanica,
Myrica adenophora,
Myrica esculenta,
Myrica nana,
Myrica microbracteata,
Myrica singularis,
Myrica chimanimaniana,
Myrica chevalieri,
Species in the Myricaceae family
Canacomyrica monticola,
Cerothamnus pumilus,
Comptonia peregrina,
Morella rotundata,
Morella pubescens,
Morella funckii,
Morella parvifolia,
Morella pilulifera,
Morella interrupta,
Morella diversifolia,
Morella salicifolia,
Morella holdridgeana,
Myrica shaferi,
Myrica serrata,
Myrica dentulata,
Myrica faya,
Myrica cerifera,
Myrica caroliniensis,
Myrica gale,
Myrica funckii,
Myrica californica,
Myrica parvifolia,
Myrica rotundata,
Myrica pubescens,
Myrica pilulifera,
Myrica picardae,
Myrica javanica,
Myrica lindeniana,
Myrica arborea,
Myrica punctata,
Myrica spathulata,
Myrica faya,
Myrica hartwegii,
Myrica heterophylla,
Myrica holdrigeana,
Myrica inodora,
Myrica pavonis,
Myrica brevifolia,
Myrica cordifolia,
Myrica diversifolia,
Myrica humilis,
Myrica integra,
Myrica kraussiana,
Myrica quercifolia,
Myrica pringlei,
Myrica phanerodonta,
Myrica salicifolia,
Myrica rubra,
Myrica kandtiana,
Myrica pensylvanica,