Myrtus conferta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sessé & Moc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Fl. Mexic. , ed. 2: 125 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248731
Common Names
- Myrtus Conferta
- Conferta Myrtle
- Conferta Tea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrtus conferta (also called Confert Myrtle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, in dry and moist forests, and in coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Myrtus conferta is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrtus conferta has white flowers with 5 petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrtus conferta can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots or into the garden.
Where to Find Myrtus conferta
Myrtus conferta is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas, as well as in coastal areas.
Myrtus conferta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrtus conferta?
Myrtus conferta
What is the common name of Myrtus conferta?
Confert Myrtle
What is the natural habitat of Myrtus conferta?
Myrtus conferta is native to the Mediterranean region.
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:166687-2: Based on the initial data import