Botanical Name
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri
Common Name
Rose Myrtle
Description
A small evergreen shrub native to Australia’s subtropical rainforests, featuring aromatic foliage, pink flowers, and edible berries. Ideal for ornamental gardens, hedges, or wildlife-friendly landscapes, thriving in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade.
Plant Category
Bush Foods
Size (H x W)
4m x 2m
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri naturally occurs in subtropical rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests along the eastern coast of Australia, thriving in rich, moist soils with good drainage and dappled shade protection.
Cultural SIgnificance
While specific traditional uses are not extensively documented, this species belongs to the Myrtaceae family which has been valued by Aboriginal peoples for various medicinal and practical applications throughout Australia.
Kuranga respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Wurundjeri people, as the custodians of this land. We pay respect to all Aboriginal community Elders, past and present, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the history of the region.
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