Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
irbyana
ID:
240311

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex R.T.Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 1912, xxxvii. 587 (1913).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239643

Common Names

  • Irbyana Paperbark
  • Irbyana Tea Tree
  • Irbyana Honey Myrtle

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Description

Melaleuca irbyana (also called Irby's Honey Myrtle, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, coastal heaths, and sand dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca irbyana is used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy, cosmetics, and perfumes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as colds, coughs, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Melaleuca irbyana are white and fluffy, with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, hard capsule containing numerous tiny seeds. The seedlings of Melaleuca irbyana are very small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca irbyana is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix, and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and treated with a rooting hormone. The cuttings should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Melaleuca irbyana

Melaleuca irbyana is native to Australia, where it is found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Melaleuca irbyana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca irbyana?

Melaleuca irbyana

What is the common name of Melaleuca irbyana?

Irby's Honey-myrtle

What is the natural habitat of Melaleuca irbyana?

It is found in swamps, wetlands, and along streams in eastern 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-123706: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Richard Thomas Baker (1854-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.T.Baker' in the authors string.