Baeckea grandis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Pritz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 35: 417 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310896
Common Names
- Grandis' Baeckea
- Grandis' Myrtle
- Grandis' Tea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baeckea grandis (also called Large 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 grandis 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 smooth stems and leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baeckea grandis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach a height of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Baeckea grandis
Baeckea grandis can be found in Australia, specifically in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Baeckea grandis FAQ
What is the common name of Baeckea grandis?
Large baeckea
What is the natural range of Baeckea grandis?
Eastern Australia
What is the habitat of Baeckea grandis?
Dry, sandy soils in open woodlands, thickets, and roadsides
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19206: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Georg Pritzel (1875-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pritz.' in the authors string.