Myrtus acuminata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sessé & Moc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mexic. , ed. 2: 124 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248563
Common Names
- Acuminata Myrtus
- Acuminata Boxwood
- Acuminata Myrtle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrtus acuminata (also called Pointed-leaved Myrtle, among many other common names) is a small shrub with evergreen leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Myrtus acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Myrtus acuminata is a white or pinkish-white, 5-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrtus acuminata is a species of shrub or small tree in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining medium.
Where to Find Myrtus acuminata
Myrtus acuminata is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America.
Myrtus acuminata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrtus acuminata?
Myrtus acuminata
What is the common name of Myrtus acuminata?
Acuminate Myrtle
What is the natural habitat of Myrtus acuminata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia
Species in the Myrtus genus
Myrtus communis, Myrtus nivellei, Myrtus phyllireaefolia, Myrtus acuminata, Myrtus aequalis, Myrtus conferta, Myrtus disperma, Myrtus emarginata, Myrtus fasciculata, Myrtus fulva, Myrtus kuma, Myrtus micarensis, Myrtus moana, Myrtus scabra, Myrtus parviflora, Myrtus pendula, Myrtus psychotrioides, Myrtus pulchella, Myrtus vulcani, Myrtus bracteifolia, Myrtus angustifolia, Myrtus vestita, Myrtus sarandi, Myrtus nobilis, Myrtus capensis, Myrtus berlandiereana, Myrtus hypericifolia, Myrtus triflora, Myrtus pavonii, Myrtus anguillensis, Myrtus racemosa, Myrtus engleriana, Myrtus longifolia, Myrtus neocaledonica, Myrtus oreogena, Myrtus megapotamica, Myrtus suaveolens, Myrtus ovalifolia, Myrtus trifida, Myrtus yapacani, Myrtus aeruginosa, Myrtus montevidensis, Myrtus mapirensis, Myrtus reticulata, Myrtus ramiflora, Myrtus racemosa,
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
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:166646-2: Based on the initial data import