Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
249820

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Parodi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Anales Soc. Ci. Argent. 7: 220 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249152

Common Names

  • Myrtus suaveolens
  • Fragrant Myrtle
  • Myrtle Myrtle

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Description

Myrtus suaveolens (also called Sweet-scented Myrtle, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Myrtus suaveolens is used in traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils. It is also used as a hedge plant in gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Myrtus suaveolens are white and fragrant, with 5 petals and numerous stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard coat. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrtus suaveolens can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Myrtus suaveolens

Myrtus suaveolens can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Myrtus suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrtus suaveolens?

Myrtus suaveolens

What is the common name of Myrtus suaveolens?

Suaveolens Myrtle

Where is Myrtus suaveolens native to?

Australia

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,

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