Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
dulcis
ID:
302970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White) L.S.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 67: 35 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302302

Common Names

  • Dulcis Myrtle
  • Native Myrtle
  • Dulcis Austromyrtus

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Description

Austromyrtus dulcis (also called Sweet Myrtle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white or pink flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Austromyrtus dulcis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves are used to make tea. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as headaches, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Austromyrtus dulcis are white or cream-colored and have a tubular shape. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austromyrtus dulcis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize in spring. Prune in late winter to promote new growth.

Where to Find Austromyrtus dulcis

Austromyrtus dulcis is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open areas such as woodlands and scrublands.

Austromyrtus dulcis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austromyrtus dulcis?

Austromyrtus dulcis

What is the common name of Austromyrtus dulcis?

Sweet myrtle

What is the natural habitat of Austromyrtus dulcis?

It is native to Australia

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-18386: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
Lindsay Stuart Smith (1917-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.S.Sm.' in the authors string.