Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcoma
ID:
790727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 10: 70 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790060

Common Names

  • Calytrix microcoma
  • Microcoma Calytrix
  • Microcoma's Calytrix

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Description

Calytrix microcoma (also called 'Small-Leaved 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 microcoma is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor areas. It is known for its showy white flowers and its ability to attract birds and other wildlife. It can also be used as a ground cover or in borders and hedges.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calytrix microcoma has flowers that are white or pink with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calytrix microcoma is a small shrub that grows in sandy soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept moist and in a sunny location.

Where to Find Calytrix microcoma

Calytrix microcoma can be found in Western Australia.

Calytrix microcoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calytrix microcoma?

Calytrix microcoma

What type of plant is Calytrix microcoma?

Shrub

Where is Calytrix microcoma native to?

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,

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