Gaudium laevigatum
Common name
Victorian tea tree
Synonyms
Leptospermum laevigatum (Gaertn.) F.Muell.
Family
Myrtaceae
Flora category
Vascular – Exotic
Structural class
Trees & Shrubs - Dicotyledons
Conservation status
Not applicable
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Similar taxa
It is easily distinguished from the New Zealand species by the almost oblong leaves and the capsules contain 7-10 cells. L. Scoparium has narrow-lanceolate or ovate leaves and capsules contain 5 cells.
Flower colours
Red/Pink, White
Threats
This taxon may be prone to Myrtle Rust (Austropuccinia psidii) is an invasive fungus which threatens myrtle species - learn more myrtlerust.org.nz
Year naturalised
1982
Origin
S.E. Australia, Tasmania