Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
obovata
ID:
244195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) J.W.Green

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Census Vasc. Pl. W. Australia , ed. 2: 6 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243527

Common Names

  • Micromyrtus obovata
  • Ovate-leaved Micromyrtus
  • Ovate-leaved Myrtle

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Synonyms

  • Micromyrtus drummondii Benth. [illegitimate]

Description

Micromyrtus obovata (also called Obovate Micromyrtus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Micromyrtus obovata 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

Micromyrtus obovata has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, flattened capsule. The seedlings have two to four long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micromyrtus obovata is a small shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can tolerate light frosts and is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Micromyrtus obovata

Micromyrtus obovata can be found in Australia.

Micromyrtus obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micromyrtus obovata?

Micromyrtus obovata

What is the family of Micromyrtus obovata?

Myrtaceae

What is the common name of Micromyrtus obovata?

Obovata

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-127466: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
John Green (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Green' in the authors string.