Status:
valid
Authors:
Craven
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Brunonia 10: 79 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789897
Common Names
- Calytrix gurulmundensis
- Gurulmund Fringe-flower
- Gurulmund Calytrix
Description
Calytrix gurulmundensis (also called 'Gurulmund starflower', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, star-shaped white flowers and small, leathery leaves. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Calytrix gurulmundensis is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, fever, and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calytrix gurulmundensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, oval leaves. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have thin, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calytrix gurulmundensis is a perennial shrub that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring, and cuttings should be taken in late summer.
Where to Find Calytrix gurulmundensis
Calytrix gurulmundensis can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Calytrix gurulmundensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calytrix gurulmundensis?
Calytrix gurulmundensis
What is the common name of Calytrix gurulmundensis?
Calytrix gurulmundensis
Where is Calytrix gurulmundensis native to?
Western Australia
Species in the Calytrix genus
Calytrix achaeta,
Calytrix acutifolia,
Calytrix alpestris,
Calytrix amethystina,
Calytrix angulata,
Calytrix arborescens,
Calytrix asperula,
Calytrix aurea,
Calytrix birdii,
Calytrix brachychaeta,
Calytrix brevifolia,
Calytrix breviseta,
Calytrix brownii,
Calytrix carinata,
Calytrix chrysantha,
Calytrix creswellii,
Calytrix decandra,
Calytrix decussata,
Calytrix depressa,
Calytrix desolata,
Calytrix divergens,
Calytrix drummondii,
Calytrix duplistipulata,
Calytrix ecalycata,
Calytrix eneabbensis,
Calytrix erosipetala,
Calytrix exstipulata,
Calytrix faucicola,
Calytrix flavescens,
Calytrix formosa,
Calytrix fraseri,
Calytrix glaberrima,
Calytrix glutinosa,
Calytrix gracilis,
Calytrix gurulmundensis,
Calytrix gypsophila,
Calytrix habrantha,
Calytrix harvestiana,
Calytrix inopinata,
Calytrix involucrata,
Calytrix islensis,
Calytrix leptophylla,
Calytrix leschenaultii,
Calytrix longiflora,
Calytrix megaphylla,
Calytrix merrelliana,
Calytrix micrairoides,
Calytrix microcoma,
Calytrix mimiana,
Calytrix nematoclada,
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,