Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nivellei
ID:
249667

Status:
valid

Authors:
Batt. & Trab.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 58: 671 (1911 publ. 1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248999

Common Names

  • Myrtus nivellei
  • Nivellei Myrtle
  • Myrtle Nivellei

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Description

Myrtus nivellei (also called Nivelle's Myrtle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 5 m (16 ft) tall, with flaky bark and dense, glossy green foliage. It is tolerant of drought and maritime exposure.

Uses & Benefits

Myrtus nivellei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a source of timber for construction, and for its essential oils which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Myrtus nivellei sub. nivellei
Myrtus nivellei sub. tibesticus Quézel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrtus nivellei is a white to pinkish-white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrtus nivellei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.

Where to Find Myrtus nivellei

Myrtus nivellei can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.

Myrtus nivellei FAQ

What are the common uses of Myrtus nivellei?

Myrtus nivellei is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

What is the optimal growing environment for Myrtus nivellei?

Myrtus nivellei prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight.

What is the lifespan of Myrtus nivellei?

Myrtus nivellei typically has a lifespan of 5-7 years.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-132671: Based on the initial data import
Jules Aimé Battandier (1848-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Batt.' in the authors string.
Louis Charles Trabut (1853-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trab.' in the authors string.