Baeckea latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) A.R.Bean
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 263 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311018
Common Names
- Latifolia's Baeckea
- Latifolia's Myrtle
- Latifolia's Tea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Baeckea latifolia (also called broad-leaved baeckea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that typically grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and Indonesia. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Baeckea latifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has fragrant white flowers and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baeckea latifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Baeckea latifolia is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Australia and prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 10cm in length. They should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Baeckea latifolia
Baeckea latifolia is native to New South Wales, Australia. It can be found in dry sclerophyll forest and heathland.
Baeckea latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baeckea latifolia?
Baeckea latifolia
What is the common name of Baeckea latifolia?
Broad-leaved Baeckea
What is the natural habitat of Baeckea latifolia?
Dry forests and scrublands
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-19217: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.