Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteosa
ID:
240105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 10: 340 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239437

Common Names

  • Melaleuca bracteosa
  • Bracteose Melaleuca
  • Bracteose Paperbark

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Description

Melaleuca bracteosa (also called Bracted 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 bracteosa 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 bracteosa 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 bracteosa is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-6 feet. It has small, white, fragrant flowers and gray-green foliage. It is native to Australia and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Melaleuca bracteosa

Melaleuca bracteosa is native to Australia, occurring in New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland.

Melaleuca bracteosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca bracteosa?

Melaleuca bracteosa

What is the common name of Melaleuca bracteosa?

Bracteosa Honey-myrtle

What type of plant is Melaleuca bracteosa?

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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