Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyrtodonta
ID:
240188

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 22(II): 24 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239520

Common Names

  • Cyrtodonta Melaleuca
  • Cyrtodonta Honey Myrtle
  • Cyrtodonta Bottlebrush

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Description

Melaleuca cyrtodonta (also called Round-leaved Paperbark, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree with a dense, spreading crown. It is native to Australia, where it grows in open forests and woodlands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca cyrtodonta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant aroma and is often used in aromatherapy. It can also be used to make tea and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, fluffy, bottlebrush-like flowers. Seed: Small, hard, brown seeds. Seedlings: Tiny, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca cyrtodonta is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Australia and prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining seed raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Melaleuca cyrtodonta

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

Melaleuca cyrtodonta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca cyrtodonta?

Melaleuca cyrtodonta

What is the natural habitat of Melaleuca cyrtodonta?

It is native to Australia and found in tropical and subtropical regions.

What is the average height of Melaleuca cyrtodonta?

It can grow up to 8 meters in height.

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,