Family:
Myrtaceae
Micromyrtus ciliata
Heath-myrtle
Other Names: Fringed Heath-myrtle, Feather-bush.
Regional Subspecies:
Occurrence:
Regional:
Noted on Great Yambla Ridge (Table Top Mountain).
Habitat:
Heath to dry sclerophyll forest in various habitats, often in rocky sites.
Habit:
Low-growing spreading to upright shrub 30 cm to 1.2 m high with small green leaves and abundant white to pink flowers.
Site Preference:
Prefers well-drained moist soil and full sun. Moderately frost tolerant. Tolerates drought when established.
Flowering:
Spring-early summer.
Seed Collection:
Difficult to obtain. Rarely sets viable seed.
Propagation:
From cuttings of firm, semi-mature growth.
VALUES:
Land Protection:
Not grazed by stock.
Ornamental:
Attractive ornamental for rockeries and bonsai. Spectacular in flower. Popular in landscaping. Cut-flowers are long-lasting and suitable for dried arrangements, if the stems dry slowly. Prune regularly to promote bushiness.