Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
berlandiereana
ID:
249302

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 403 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248634

Common Names

  • Myrtus Berlandiereana
  • Berlandiere's Myrtle
  • Berlandiere's Tea Tree

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Description

Myrtus berlandiereana (also called Berlandier's myrtle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Caribbean. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall, with opposite, leathery, aromatic leaves. The flowers are white, with five petals and numerous stamens, and are produced in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Myrtus berlandiereana is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a hedge plant, and to make essential oils and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myrtus berlandiereana has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrtus berlandiereana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Myrtus berlandiereana

Mystus berlandiereana is native to South America and can be found in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Myrtus berlandiereana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrtus berlandiereana?

Myrtus berlandiereana

What is the common name of Myrtus berlandiereana?

Berlandier's myrtle

What is the natural habitat of Myrtus berlandiereana?

Myrtus berlandiereana is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

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,