Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Snow & Guymer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 65: 23 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336481
Common Names
- Austromyrtus glabra
- Smooth Austromyrtus
- Smooth Austromyrtus Plant
Description
Austromyrtus glabra (also called Smooth Austromyrtus, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Austromyrtus glabra is a popular ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Austromyrtus glabra are white and tubular. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have three leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Austromyrtus glabra is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune to shape after flowering.
Where to Find Austromyrtus glabra
Austromyrtus glabra can be found in the rainforests of Australia.
Austromyrtus glabra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austromyrtus glabra?
Austromyrtus glabra
What type of plant is Austromyrtus glabra?
Tree
Where is Austromyrtus glabra found?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Austromyrtus genus
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
Neil Snow (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Snow' in the authors string.