Status:
valid
Authors:
Craven
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Brunonia 3: 234 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790080
Common Names
- Calytrix mimiana
- Mimiana Calytrix
- Mimiana's Calytrix
Description
Calytrix mimiana (also called Mimian's calytrix, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It grows in sandy soils in heathland and shrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Calytrix mimiana is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor areas. It is known for its showy purple 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 mimiana 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calytrix mimiana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position and the cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny position.
Where to Find Calytrix mimiana
Calytrix mimiana can be found in Western Australia.
Calytrix mimiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calytrix mimiana?
Calytrix mimiana
What type of plant is Calytrix mimiana?
Shrub
Where is Calytrix mimiana 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,