Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of genus: Baeckea [2211]

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Family: Myrtaceae

family_ja: フトモモ

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description_en: Genus of about 70 species of evergreen shrubs and small trees occurring in scrub in subtropical to subalpine areas in China, Malaysia, Australia, and New Caledonia. Linear to narrowly lance-shaped, usually entire leaves are borne in opposite pairs. Saucer-shaped, 5-petalled flowers are produced singly or in umbels in summer. In frost-prone climates, grow in a cool greenhouse. In warmer climates, grow in a border, at the base of a warm, sunny wall, or as ground cover.

hardiness_en: Frost tender; but may tolerate short periods of light frost.

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propagation_en: Surface-sow seed at 13-15°C (55-59°F) in spring and keep moist. Root semi-ripe cuttings in a propagating case in late summer.

pests_en: Trouble free.

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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41

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SystemAccepted?Scientific nameJapanese nameInfra-familial classification# species
APG4 Myrtaceae フトモモ科 Show
PB2 Myrtaceae フトモモ科 Show
PB3 Myrtaceae フトモモ科 Show

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