Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kybeliona
ID:
1327663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven & R.D.Edwards

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taxon 63: 668 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340117

Common Names

  • Kybelion Paperbark
  • Kybelion Tea Tree
  • Melaleuca kybeliona

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Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Melaleuca kybeliona sub. raphiophylla (Hnatiuk) Craven & R.D.Edwards
Melaleuca kybeliona sub. kybeliona

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melaleuca kybeliona has small, purple flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca kybeliona 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 kybeliona requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Melaleuca kybeliona

Melaleuca kybeliona can be found in the tropical forests of Australia.

Melaleuca kybeliona FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca kybeliona?

Melaleuca kybeliona

What type of plant is Melaleuca kybeliona?

Tree

Where is Melaleuca kybeliona 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.