Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
harvestiana
ID:
790596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Craven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 10: 59 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789929

Common Names

  • Calytrix harvestiana
  • Harvest's Calytrix
  • Harvest Calytrix

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Description

Calytrix harvestiana (also called 'Harvest's Starflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family. It is native to Western Australia, and grows in heathland and open woodland. It is a perennial shrub with small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calytrix harvestiana is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in cut flower arrangements. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calytrix harvestiana has a flower that is white, pink, or purple in color and has 6 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are long and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calytrix harvestiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown 1/4 inch deep and spaced 4-6 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix.

Where to Find Calytrix harvestiana

Calytrix harvestiana is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and shrublands. It is available for purchase from online nurseries and garden centers.

Calytrix harvestiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calytrix harvestiana?

Calytrix harvestiana

What type of plant is Calytrix harvestiana?

Perennial

Where does Calytrix harvestiana grow?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32850: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.