Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Chamelaucium

Species:

Chamelaucium heterandrum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

white, pink, purple

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, native insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouting species from lignotuber after fire. Common in fire-prone heathlands where it regenerates vigorously post-burn.

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–42 days

Notes:

Seeds require fresh collection for best germination. Light may enhance germination but is not strictly required.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI