Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exserta
ID:
311452

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 45: 177 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310784

Common Names

  • Baeckea Exserta
  • Exserted Baeckea
  • Exserted Baeckia

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Description

Baeckea exserta (also called Outstretched Baeckea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is found in heath and shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Baeckea exserta has been used for its medicinal properties, including as an antispasmodic, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Baeckea exserta is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Baeckea exserta is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It is native to Australia and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Baeckea exserta

Baeckea exserta is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales and Queensland.

Baeckea exserta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Baeckea exserta?

Baeckea exserta

What is the common name of Baeckea exserta?

Exserta Baeckea

What is the natural habitat of Baeckea exserta?

Dry woods, thickets, and sandy soils

Species in the Baeckea 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,

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