Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
humilis
ID:
335285

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 23: 243 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334617

Common Names

  • Finger Myrtle
  • Tasmanian Myrtle
  • Tasmanian Myrtle-berry

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Description

Xanthomyrtus humilis (also called 'Eucalyptus humilis', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It grows in open forests and woodlands, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthomyrtus humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It can also be used for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xanthomyrtus humilis has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthomyrtus humilis 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 humilis

Xanthomyrtus humilis is native to Australia. It can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Xanthomyrtus humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthomyrtus humilis?

Xanthomyrtus humilis

What is the common name of Xanthomyrtus humilis?

Dwarf Xanthomyrtus

What is the natural habitat of Xanthomyrtus humilis?

It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests

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-214993: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.