Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedunculata
ID:
250890

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Allan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Zeal. 1: 330 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250222

Common Names

  • Neomyrtus Pedunculata
  • Pedunculate Neomyrtus
  • Long-Stalked Neomyrtus

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Description

Neomyrtus pedunculata (also called Myrtus pedunculata, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to Brazil and is found in open, rocky areas in the Atlantic forest biome.

Uses & Benefits

Neomyrtus pedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The plant has a high tolerance for drought and salt, making it a suitable choice for coastal areas. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads and as a garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neomyrtus pedunculata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neomyrtus pedunculata is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1 m. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Neomyrtus pedunculata

Neomyrtus pedunculata is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Neomyrtus pedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neomyrtus pedunculata?

Neomyrtus pedunculata

What is the common name of Neomyrtus pedunculata?

Pedunculate Myrt

What is the natural habitat of Neomyrtus pedunculata?

Neotropical rainforest

Species in the Neomyrtus genus

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-133903: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Harry Allan (1882-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Allan' in the authors string.