Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
lysicephala
ID:
293122

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. & F.M.Bailey) Craven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 1: 380 (1988 publ. 1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292454

Common Names

  • Lysicephala Asteromyrtus
  • Asteromyrtus lysicephala
  • Lysicephala Palm

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Description

Asteromyrtus lysicephala (also called Lysicephal 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 lysicephala is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a windbreak and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asteromyrtus lysicephala is a small yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, light brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, round leaves. The seedlings are yellow-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asteromyrtus lysicephala is a small shrub which grows up to 2m in height. It is native to Australia and can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or autumn and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilised in spring and summer.

Where to Find Asteromyrtus lysicephala

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

Asteromyrtus lysicephala FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Asteromyrtus lysicephala?

Asteromyrtus lysicephala is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

What is the average size of Asteromyrtus lysicephala?

Asteromyrtus lysicephala typically grows to be about 15-20 feet tall.

What is the leaf shape of Asteromyrtus lysicephala?

Asteromyrtus lysicephala has ovate to oblong shaped leaves.

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-17437: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.