Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
brassii
ID:
293100

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Byrnes) Craven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 1: 379 (1988 publ. 1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292432

Common Names

  • Brassii Asteromyrtus
  • Asteromyrtus brassii
  • Brassii Palm

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Description

Asteromyrtus brassii (also called Brass's Myrtle, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is a small shrub with a single trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in dry montane forests, often near streams, at elevations of 500-2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Asteromyrtus brassii is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a windbreak and as a soil stabilizer. It has a high tolerance for drought and salt spray, making it ideal for coastal areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asteromyrtus brassii has a white flower with yellow centers that blooms in the summer. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asteromyrtus brassii is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Asteromyrtus brassii

Asteromyrtus brassii is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Asteromyrtus brassii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asteromyrtus brassii?

Asteromyrtus brassii

What is the common name of Asteromyrtus brassii?

Brass's myrtle

What is the natural habitat of Asteromyrtus brassii?

Asteromyrtus brassii is native to Australia and is found in coastal areas of New South Wales and Queensland.

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-17435: Based on the initial data import
Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.
Norman Brice Byrnes (1922-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byrnes' in the authors string.