Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
sciadophora
ID:
306563

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 2: 26 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305895

Common Names

  • Sciadophora Ironwood
  • Sciadophora Myrtle
  • Sciadophora Lemon-scented Myrtle

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Description

Backhousia sciadophora (also called Umbrella Backhousia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia, where it is found in rainforest habitats. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing to a height of up to 8 m.

Uses & Benefits

Backhousia sciadophora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used as a flavoring in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Backhousia sciadophora is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling has a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Backhousia sciadophora is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Backhousia sciadophora can be propagated in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Backhousia sciadophora

Backhousia sciadophora is native to tropical rainforests of Australia.

Backhousia sciadophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Backhousia sciadophora?

Backhousia sciadophora

What type of plant is Backhousia sciadophora?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Backhousia sciadophora 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,

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