Hypocalymma jessicae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jessicae
ID:
337234
Status:
valid
Authors:
Strid & Keighery
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22: 562 (2002 publ. 2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336566
Common Names
- Hypocalymma jessicae
- Jessica's Hypocalymma
- Hypocalymma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypocalymma jessicae (also called 'Tasmanian Myrtle' and 'Tasmanian Box', among many other common names) is a medium-sized shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Tasmania and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and along streams. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hypocalymma jessicae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and is used in the production of honey.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hypocalymma jessicae is a small, white or pinkish flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf with a white or yellowish base.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypocalymma jessicae is a small evergreen shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Hypocalymma jessicae
Hypocalymma jessicae can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Hypocalymma jessicae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypocalymma jessicae?
Hypocalymma jessicae
What is the common name of Hypocalymma jessicae?
Jessica's Hypocalymma
What is the natural habitat of Hypocalymma jessicae?
Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands
Species in the Hypocalymma genus
Hypocalymma angustifolium, Hypocalymma asperum, Hypocalymma cordifolium, Hypocalymma ericifolium, Hypocalymma linifolium, Hypocalymma myrtifolium, Hypocalymma phillipsii, Hypocalymma puniceum, Hypocalymma robustum, Hypocalymma scariosum, Hypocalymma speciosum, Hypocalymma strictum, Hypocalymma tetrapterum, Hypocalymma xanthopetalum, Hypocalymma connatum, Hypocalymma gardneri, Hypocalymma hirsutum, Hypocalymma jessicae, Hypocalymma melaleucoides, Hypocalymma serrulatum, Hypocalymma sylvestris, Hypocalymma tenuatum, Hypocalymma uncinatum, Hypocalymma elongatum, Hypocalymma minus, Hypocalymma verticillare,
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-216928: Based on the initial data import
Arne Strid (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strid' in the authors string.
Gregory John Keighery (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keighery' in the authors string.