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.