Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crossota
ID:
1327669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven & R.D.Edwards

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taxon 63: 669 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340123

Common Names

  • Crossota Paperbark
  • Crossota Tea Tree
  • Melaleuca crossota

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Description

Melaleuca crossota (also called Crossota Melaleuca, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a dense, rounded habit and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and grows in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heaths, and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca crossota is used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and cosmetics. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melaleuca crossota has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca crossota is a tropical shrub native to Australia. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a bright, sunny location. Once established, Melaleuca crossota requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Melaleuca crossota

Melaleuca crossota can be found in the tropical rainforests of Australia.

Melaleuca crossota FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca crossota?

Melaleuca crossota

What type of plant is Melaleuca crossota?

Tree

Where is Melaleuca crossota found?

Australia

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,

References

Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.
Robert David Edwards (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.D.Edwards' in the authors string.