Status:
valid
Authors:
Craven
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 12: 904 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239830
Common Names
- Societatis Melaleuca
- Societatis Honey Myrtle
- Societatis Myrtle
Description
Melaleuca societatis (also called Society Honey-myrtle, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, grey-green leaves and white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including sandy soils, rocky outcrops, and heathland.
Uses & Benefits
Melaleuca societatis 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 societatis is a white, fluffy, bottlebrush-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, woody capsule. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Melaleuca societatis is a small shrub that grows to about 1.5 metres in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Melaleuca societatis
Melaleuca societatis is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Melaleuca societatis FAQ
What is the average height of Melaleuca societatis?
Melaleuca societatis typically grows to a height of 3-4 metres.
What is the preferred soil type for Melaleuca societatis?
Melaleuca societatis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
What is the flowering season for Melaleuca societatis?
Melaleuca societatis typically flowers in the spring and summer months.
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,