Xanthomyrtus bryophila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bryophila
ID:
335269
Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 86 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334601
Common Names
- Xanthomyrtus bryophila
- Bryophila Xanthomyrtus
- Moss-Loving Xanthomyrtus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthomyrtus bryophila (also called 'Bryophyllum bryophila', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia. It grows in open forests, woodlands, and heathlands, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthomyrtus bryophila is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xanthomyrtus bryophila has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xanthomyrtus bryophila is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is best grown in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Xanthomyrtus bryophila
Xanthomyrtus bryophila is native to Australia. It can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Xanthomyrtus bryophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthomyrtus bryophila?
Xanthomyrtus bryophila
What is the family of Xanthomyrtus bryophila?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Xanthomyrtus bryophila?
Mossy Xanthomyrtus
Species in the Xanthomyrtus genus
Xanthomyrtus angustifolia, Xanthomyrtus arfakensis, Xanthomyrtus bryophila, Xanthomyrtus cardiophylla, Xanthomyrtus compacta, Xanthomyrtus diplycosiifolia, Xanthomyrtus flavida, Xanthomyrtus grandiflora, Xanthomyrtus hienghenensis, Xanthomyrtus humilis, Xanthomyrtus koebrensis, Xanthomyrtus lanceolata, Xanthomyrtus leeuwenii, Xanthomyrtus montis-sucklingii, Xanthomyrtus montivaga, Xanthomyrtus oreophila, Xanthomyrtus ovata, Xanthomyrtus papuana, Xanthomyrtus polyclada, Xanthomyrtus schlechteri, Xanthomyrtus scolopacina, Xanthomyrtus splendens, Xanthomyrtus kanalaensis, Xanthomyrtus wendae,
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-214978: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.