Hypocalymma angustifolium
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| Species: | H. angustifolium
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Leptospermum angustifolium Endl. | |
Hypocalymma angustifolium (White Myrtle) is a species of shrub in the myrtle family Myrtaceae, endemic to the south west region of Western Australia.[1]
It grows up to 1.5 metres in height and has arching stems with narrow leaves. White or white and deep pink flowers are produced between June and October (early winter to mid spring) in its native range.[1][2]
The species was first formally described by botanist Stephan Endlicher in 1837 as Leptospermum angustifolium.[3] The species was transferred to the genus Hypocalymma in 1843 by Johannes Schauer.
Cultivation
This species can be maintained as a well-rounded bush in cultivation and is suitable for growing in a container.[2] It requires good drainage and prefers a position in partial shade, protected from heat and wind.[2] It has a degree of frost-resistance.[2] Flowering stems may be cut for floral arrangements[4]
References
- ^ a b "Hypocalymma angustifolium F.Muell". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
- ^ a b c d Greig, D. (1987). The Australian Gardener's Wildflower Catalogue. Australia: Angus & Robertson. ISBN 0207154600.
- ^ "Hypocalymma angustifolium". Australian Plant Name Index (APNI), IBIS database. Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research, Australian Government, Canberra. Retrieved 2008-04-07.
- ^ Beeton, Irene. "Hypocalymma angustifolium". Growing Australian Plants. Australian National Botanic Gardens. Retrieved 30 July 2011.