Xanthomyrtus schlechteri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
335310
Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 57: 364 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334642
Common Names
- Schlechter's Xanthomyrtus
- Schlechter Xanthomyrtus
- Xanthomyrtus Schlechteri
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xanthomyrtus schlechteri (also called Schlechter's Xanthomyrtus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has a spreading crown. Its bark is grayish-brown and its leaves are glossy green. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Xanthomyrtus schlechteri 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 schlechteri 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 schlechteri is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Prune regularly to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Xanthomyrtus schlechteri
Xanthomyrtus schlechteri is native to Australia and can be found in the state of Queensland.
Xanthomyrtus schlechteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xanthomyrtus schlechteri?
Xanthomyrtus schlechteri
What are the common names of Xanthomyrtus schlechteri?
Schlechter's Myrtle, Yellow Myrtle
What is the natural habitat of Xanthomyrtus schlechteri?
Rainforest margins, dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
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-215014: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.