Backhousia citriodora
Lemon-Scented Myrtle
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Lemon-Scented Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) - Description
Backhousia citriodora (common names lemon myrtle, lemon scented myrtle, lemon scented ironwood) is a flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae, genus Backhousia. It is endemic to subtropical rainforests of central and south-eastern Queensland, Australia, with a natural distribution from Mackay to Brisbane. Other common names are sweet verbena tree, sweet verbena myrtle, lemon scented verbena, and lemon scented backhousia.
Lemon-Scented Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) - Blooming
Blooms small, 4-petaled flowers.
Lemon-Scented Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) - Growth
Evergreen shrubs and trees with aromatic leaves, found in subtropical and tropical rainforests in Australia. Grows best with full sun exposure. In areas where Backhousia is not growing hardy, raise plants in a temperate greenhouse. Temperate greenhouses have daytime temperatures set between 50-55°F (10-13°C), and a nighttime temperature of 45°F (7°C). Where hardy, grow plants in a border.
Lemon-Scented Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) - Planting
Propagate from the seed in spring. Surface sow at 55-59°F (13-15°C). Can also propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Semi-ripe cuttings are cuttings taken from semi-mature wood.
Lemon-Scented Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) - Pest
Uncommon.
Lemon-Scented Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) - Interesting facts
There are only 7 known species of Backhousia, native to Australia. Although the flowers are quite small, they bear conspicuous stamens.
Lemon-Scented Myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in soil that is fertile, humus-rich, and neutral to acidic. Indoor plants do well with a mix of equal parts loam, peat, and sand. Water liberally during the growing season, less in winter.
