Uromyrtus artensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Montrouz.) Burret
Source:
wcs
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 15: 490 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330540
Common Names
- Uromyrtus artensis
- Artensis Uromyrtus
- Artensis Uromyrtus Plant
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- Helianthemum artense Montrouz. [unknown]
Description
Uromyrtus artensis (also called Artesian Uromyrtus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands, and is found in rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest, and dry sclerophyll forest.
Uses & Benefits
Uromyrtus artensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long blooming period and is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Uromyrtus artensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Uromyrtus artensis is a shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Uromyrtus artensis
Uromyrtus artensis is native to Australia and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Queensland.
Uromyrtus artensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uromyrtus artensis?
Uromyrtus artensis
What is the family of Uromyrtus artensis?
Myrtaceae
Where is Uromyrtus artensis found?
It is found in Australia.
Species in the Uromyrtus genus
Uromyrtus archboldiana, Uromyrtus artensis, Uromyrtus australis, Uromyrtus billardierei, Uromyrtus brassii, Uromyrtus curvipes, Uromyrtus emarginata, Uromyrtus metrosideros, Uromyrtus nekouana, Uromyrtus neomyrtoides, Uromyrtus ngoyensis, Uromyrtus novoguineensis, Uromyrtus paulotchensis, Uromyrtus rostrata, Uromyrtus sarawakensis, Uromyrtus supra-axillaris, Uromyrtus thymifolia, Uromyrtus baumannii, Uromyrtus lamingtonensis, Uromyrtus sunshinensis, Uromyrtus tenella, Uromyrtus allisoniana,
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-211002: Based on the initial data import
Xavier Montrouzier (1820-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Montrouz.' in the authors string.
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' in the authors string.