Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
albicans
ID:
244169

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.R.Bean

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 463 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243501

Common Names

  • Micromyrtus albicans
  • White-flowered Micromyrtus
  • White Micromyrtus

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Description

Micromyrtus albicans (also called White Micromyrtus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb found in the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small, oval-shaped leaves that are gray-green in color. The flowers are small and white in color, and the plant has a strong, minty scent.

Uses & Benefits

Micromyrtus albicans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micromyrtus albicans is a small white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micromyrtus albicans can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-drained medium. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.

Where to Find Micromyrtus albicans

Micromyrtus albicans can be found in Australia.

Micromyrtus albicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micromyrtus albicans?

Micromyrtus albicans

What is the common name of Micromyrtus albicans?

White-flowered Micromyrtus

What is the natural habitat of Micromyrtus albicans?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrubland in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Micromyrtus genus

Micromyrtus albicans, Micromyrtus barbata, Micromyrtus blakelyi, Micromyrtus capricornia, Micromyrtus carinata, Micromyrtus ciliata, Micromyrtus delicata, Micromyrtus elobata, Micromyrtus erichsenii, Micromyrtus fimbrisepala, Micromyrtus flaviflora, Micromyrtus forsteri, Micromyrtus gracilis, Micromyrtus grandis, Micromyrtus helmsii, Micromyrtus hexamera, Micromyrtus hymenonema, Micromyrtus imbricata, Micromyrtus leptocalyx, Micromyrtus littoralis, Micromyrtus minutiflora, Micromyrtus obovata, Micromyrtus patula, Micromyrtus racemosa, Micromyrtus rotundifolia, Micromyrtus serrulata, Micromyrtus sessilis, Micromyrtus stenocalyx, Micromyrtus striata, Micromyrtus sulphurea, Micromyrtus vernicosa, Micromyrtus monotaxis, Micromyrtus ninghanensis, Micromyrtus papillosa, Micromyrtus rogeri, Micromyrtus uniovula, Micromyrtus acuta, Micromyrtus chrysodema, Micromyrtus clavata, Micromyrtus navicularis, Micromyrtus placoides, Micromyrtus redita, Micromyrtus triptycha, Micromyrtus trudgenii, Micromyrtus prochytes, Micromyrtus mucronulata, Micromyrtus greeniana, Micromyrtus collina, Micromyrtus rubricalyx, Micromyrtus arenicola,

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-127442: Based on the initial data import
Anthony Bean (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Bean' in the authors string.