Baeckea gunniana

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Basic Information

Family: Myrtaceae

Genus: baeckea

Plant ID (slug): baeckea-gunniana

Numeric ID: 19447

USDA Hardiness: 8-11

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Baeckea gunniana is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 2 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. 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, Victoria, Tasmania.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Tea The leaves are a tea substitute, they are very refreshing and aromatic. A citrus-like flavour[144].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Baeckea gunniana