Grey Myrtle
Backhousia myrtifolia
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Basic Information
Family: Myrtaceae
Genus: backhousia
Plant ID (slug): backhousia-myrtifolia
Numeric ID: 265
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Backhousia myrtifolia is an evergreen Shrub growing to 12 m (39ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Australia - New South Wales, Queensland, E. Victoria.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Backhousia myrtifolia Grey Myrtle PFAF Plant Database
Meta Description: Backhousia myrtifolia is an evergreen Shrub growing to 12 m (39ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower in May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.