Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blaeriifolia
ID:
240098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 20(I): 165 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239430

Common Names

  • Melaleuca blaeriifolia
  • Melaleuca Blaeriifolia
  • Melaleuca Blaeriifolia Tree

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Description

Melaleuca blaeriifolia (also called Blaer's Honey-myrtle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree, typically growing to a height of 2-7 m (6-23 ft). It is native to Australia, where it is found in open forest and woodland in Queensland and New South Wales. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in a sunny position.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca blaeriifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used for firewood and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Melaleuca blaeriifolia are white, with a yellow centre, and are arranged in globular heads. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca blaeriifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It is native to Australia and is found in wet sclerophyll forests and heathlands. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Melaleuca blaeriifolia

Melaleuca blaeriifolia can be found in wet sclerophyll forests and heathlands in New South Wales, Australia.

Melaleuca blaeriifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca blaeriifolia?

Melaleuca blaeriifolia

What is the common name of Melaleuca blaeriifolia?

Blaeriifolia Honey-myrtle

What type of plant is Melaleuca blaeriifolia?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Melaleuca genus

Melaleuca acacioides, Melaleuca acuminata, Melaleuca adenostyla, Melaleuca adnata, Melaleuca aestuosa, Melaleuca agathosmoides, Melaleuca alsophila, Melaleuca alternifolia, Melaleuca amydra, Melaleuca apodocephala, Melaleuca apostiba, Melaleuca araucarioides, Melaleuca arcana, Melaleuca arenicola, Melaleuca argentea, Melaleuca armillaris, Melaleuca aspalathoides, Melaleuca barlowii, Melaleuca basicephala, Melaleuca beardii, Melaleuca biconvexa, Melaleuca bisulcata, Melaleuca blaeriifolia, Melaleuca boeophylla, Melaleuca borealis, Melaleuca bracteata, Melaleuca bracteosa, Melaleuca brevifolia, Melaleuca brevisepala, Melaleuca bromelioides, Melaleuca brongniartii, Melaleuca brophyi, Melaleuca buseana, Melaleuca caeca, Melaleuca cajuputi, Melaleuca calothamnoides, Melaleuca calycina, Melaleuca calyptroides, Melaleuca campanae, Melaleuca camptoclada, Melaleuca capitata, Melaleuca cardiophylla, Melaleuca carrii, Melaleuca cheelii, Melaleuca ciliosa, Melaleuca citrina, Melaleuca citrolens, Melaleuca clarksonii, Melaleuca clavifolia, Melaleuca cliffortioides,

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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