Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triumphalis
ID:
240564

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 11: 1 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239896

Common Names

  • Melaleuca Triumphalis
  • Triumphal Paperbark
  • Triumphal-Leaved Paperbark

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Description

Melaleuca triumphalis (also called Triumph Paperbark, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including wet and dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Melaleuca triumphalis is used as an ornamental plant and is often used for its fragrant foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and can be used to attract birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melaleuca triumphalis is a small, white, fluffy, ball-shaped flower. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are usually green and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melaleuca triumphalis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Melaleuca triumphalis

Melaleuca triumphalis is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Melaleuca triumphalis FAQ

What is the average height of Melaleuca triumphalis?

Melaleuca triumphalis typically grows to a height of 3-4 metres.

What is the preferred soil type for Melaleuca triumphalis?

Melaleuca triumphalis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the flowering season for Melaleuca triumphalis?

Melaleuca triumphalis 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,

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