Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
anfractum
ID:
797130

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Bean

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Telopea 10: 831 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796463

Common Names

  • Leptospermum anfractum
  • Anfractuous Leptospermum
  • Anfractuous Leptospermum

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Description

Leptospermum anfractum (also called twisted tea-tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia and is found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia. It grows in dry, sunny areas, often in woodlands or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptospermum anfractum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Leptospermum anfractum are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptospermum anfractum is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Leptospermum anfractum

Leptospermum anfractum is native to Australia and can be found in the dry woodlands of the region.

Leptospermum anfractum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptospermum anfractum?

Leptospermum anfractum

What is the common name of Leptospermum anfractum?

Irregular Leptospermum

What is the natural habitat of Leptospermum anfractum?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Leptospermum genus

Leptospermum amboinense, Leptospermum arachnoides, Leptospermum argenteum, Leptospermum blakelyi, Leptospermum brachyandrum, Leptospermum brevipes, Leptospermum confertum, Leptospermum continentale, Leptospermum coriaceum, Leptospermum crassifolium, Leptospermum deanei, Leptospermum deuense, Leptospermum divaricatum, Leptospermum emarginatum, Leptospermum epacridoideum, Leptospermum erubescens, Leptospermum exsertum, Leptospermum fastigiatum, Leptospermum glabrescens, Leptospermum glaucescens, Leptospermum grandiflorum, Leptospermum grandifolium, Leptospermum gregarium, Leptospermum incanum, Leptospermum inelegans, Leptospermum javanicum, Leptospermum jingera, Leptospermum juniperinum, Leptospermum laevigatum, Leptospermum lamellatum, Leptospermum lanigerum, Leptospermum liversidgei, Leptospermum luehmannii, Leptospermum macgillivrayi, Leptospermum macrocarpum, Leptospermum madidum, Leptospermum maxwellii, Leptospermum microcarpum, Leptospermum micromyrtus, Leptospermum minutifolium, Leptospermum morrisonii, Leptospermum multicaule, Leptospermum myrsinoides, Leptospermum myrtifolium, Leptospermum namadgiensis, Leptospermum neglectum, Leptospermum nitens, Leptospermum nitidum, Leptospermum novae-angliae, Leptospermum obovatum,

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-334997: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.