Myrtus reticulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunze ex Gay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 2: 380 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249092
Common Names
- Myrtus reticulata
- Reticulata Myrtus
- Myrtus Reticulata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrtus reticulata (also called 'Myrtle' or 'Mountain Myrtle', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an evergreen shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Myrtus reticulata is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrtus reticulata has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrtus reticulata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Myrtus reticulata
Myrtus reticulata is native to South America.
Myrtus reticulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrtus reticulata?
Myrtus reticulata
What is the family of Myrtus reticulata?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Myrtus reticulata?
Myrtle
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
Claude Ray (1800-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gay' in the authors string.
Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:600159-1: Based on the initial data import