Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
leptopetala
ID:
1322182

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) M.G.Harr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 25: 414 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334636


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Description

Backhousia leptopetala (also called Leptopetala backhousia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Backhousia leptopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Backhousia leptopetala has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Backhousia leptopetala is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Backhousia leptopetala

Backhousia leptopetala is native to Australia, where it can be found in moist woodlands and forests.

Backhousia leptopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Backhousia leptopetala?

Backhousia leptopetala

What is the natural habitat of Backhousia leptopetala?

Backhousia leptopetala is native to the tropical rainforests of Australia.

What are the care requirements for Backhousia leptopetala?

Backhousia leptopetala requires moderate humidity, warm temperatures, and bright indirect light.

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
M.G. Harrington: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Harr.' in the authors string.