Xanthomyrtus polyclada - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyclada
ID:
335304
Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 57: 365 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334636
Common Names
- Clad Xanthomyrtus
- Xanthomyrtus Polyclada
- Clad-leaved Xanthomyrtus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthomyrtus polyclada (also called 'Eucalyptus polyclada', 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 polyclada 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 polyclada 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 polyclada is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It has a dense, rounded crown and a grey-brown bark. The leaves are lanceolate, up to 5 cm long and 1 cm wide. The flowers are yellow, with five petals, and are borne in clusters at the ends of branches. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Xanthomyrtus polyclada
Xanthomyrtus polyclada is native to Australia and can be found in the state of Queensland.
Xanthomyrtus polyclada FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthomyrtus polyclada?
Xanthomyrtus polyclada
What is the common name of Xanthomyrtus polyclada?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Xanthomyrtus polyclada?
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-215009: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.