Status:
valid
Authors:
Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1797
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 3: 263 (1797)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000226625
Common Names
- Juniper Tea Tree
- Juniper Leptospermum
- Juniperinum Tea Tree
Synonyms
- Leptospermum aciculare minus S.Schauer [unknown]
Description
Leptospermum juniperinum (also called Juniper Tea-tree, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 metres in height. It is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands. It has small, white flowers and dark green, glossy leaves with juniper-like leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Leptospermum juniperinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that has a pleasant aroma and flavor.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptospermum juniperinum has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptospermum juniperinum is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, sunny environment and should be kept in full sun. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to sit in water. Propagation is done by taking cuttings from the tips of the branches.
Where to Find Leptospermum juniperinum
Leptospermum juniperinum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Leptospermum juniperinum FAQ
What is the common name of Leptospermum juniperinum?
Common name of Leptospermum juniperinum is Juniper-leaved Tea-tree
What is the native range of Leptospermum juniperinum?
Native range of Leptospermum juniperinum is Australia
What is the growth habit of Leptospermum juniperinum?
Growth habit of Leptospermum juniperinum is a small shrub
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,