Uromyrtus novoguineensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Scott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 512 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330552
Common Names
- Uromyrtus novoguineensis
- Novoguineensis Uromyrtus
- Novoguineensis Uromyrtus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Uromyrtus novoguineensis (also called New Guinea Uromyrtus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Myrtaceae. It is native to New Caledonia and grows in humid forest. It has an erect habit and can reach up to 8 m in height. Its leaves are opposite, lanceolate, and glabrous. Its flowers are white and have four petals.
Uses & Benefits
Uromyrtus novoguineensis 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 novoguineensis 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 novoguineensis is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Uromyrtus novoguineensis
Uromyrtus novoguineensis is native to Australia and is found in the coastal regions of New South Wales and Queensland.
Uromyrtus novoguineensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Uromyrtus novoguineensis?
Uromyrtus novoguineensis
What is the family of Uromyrtus novoguineensis?
Myrtaceae
Where is Uromyrtus novoguineensis 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-211013: Based on the initial data import
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.