Australian Teatrees - genus Leptospermum Australian National Botanic Gardens Australian National Herbarium

Leptospermum purpurascens      family MYRTACEAE

Purple-stemmed turkey bush

Shrub to 4 m high with exposed twisted and gnarled trunks. Smooth bark, light brown at base and peeling from smaller branches to reveal pinks and purples. Leaves are light green, broadly lanceolate, to 2 cm. Tiny white flowers occur in winter.

Distribution: Qld.

Propagation From cuttings or seed.

Cultivation This species will grow in any well-drained soil when ample moisture is applied. It is frost tender but grows well and flowers at Coffs Harbour.

• May be used as features.
• Attractive bark or trunk.
• Suitable for use in tropical areas.

Conservation Status: 2RC-

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