Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigidifolia
ID:
240471

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 10: 342 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239803

Common Names

  • Melaleuca Rigidifolia
  • Rigid-leaved Paperbark
  • Rigid-leaved Melaleuca

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Description

Melaleuca rigidifolia (also called Rigid-leaved Paperbark, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Australia. It has a dense, rigid-leaved foliage of small, linear leaves and creamy white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, heaths, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca rigidifolia is a large shrub or small tree with white flowers and fragrant foliage. It is often used as a hedge or screen in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melaleuca rigidifolia is a white-creamy color, with five petals. The seed is a small, hard, brown capsule. The seedling is a small, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca rigidifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Melaleuca rigidifolia

Melaleuca rigidifolia is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Melaleuca rigidifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melaleuca rigidifolia?

Melaleuca rigidifolia

What is the natural habitat of Melaleuca rigidifolia?

Melaleuca rigidifolia is found in wet sclerophyll forests in Australia.

What are the common uses of Melaleuca rigidifolia?

Melaleuca rigidifolia is used in traditional medicines, as a source of essential oils, and as an ornamental plant.

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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