Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 89 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310885
Common Names
- Baeckea Grandiflora
- Large-flowered Baeckea
- Large-flowered Baeckia
Description
Baeckea grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Baeckea, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in heathlands, woodlands and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Baeckea grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can also be used for its medicinal properties. The leaves of the plant are used to treat skin diseases and the bark is used to treat fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, dark brown, hard seeds. Seedlings: Seedlings have hairy stems and leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baeckea grandiflora 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 grandiflora
Baeckea grandiflora can be found in Australia, specifically in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Baeckea grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baeckea grandiflora?
Baeckea grandiflora
What is the common name of Baeckea grandiflora?
Grandiflora Baeckea
What is the natural habitat of Baeckea grandiflora?
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,