Xanthomyrtus ovata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
335300
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Scott
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 481 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334632
Common Names
- Ovate Xanthomyrtus
- Xanthomyrtus Ovata
- Egg-shaped Xanthomyrtus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthomyrtus ovata (also called 'Eucalyptus ovata', 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 ovata 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 ovata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xanthomyrtus ovata 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 ovata
Xanthomyrtus ovata is native to Australia and can be found in the state of Queensland.
Xanthomyrtus ovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthomyrtus ovata?
Xanthomyrtus ovata
What is the common name of Xanthomyrtus ovata?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Xanthomyrtus ovata?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands in Australia
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-215005: Based on the initial data import
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.