Luma apiculata
Common name
Chilean myrtle, arrayan
Family
Myrtaceae
Flora category
Vascular – Exotic
Structural class
Trees & Shrubs - Dicotyledons
Conservation status
Not applicable
Distribution
A naturalised population has been observed as far south as Oban, Stewart Island.
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Flower colours
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
Origin
South America (Chile and Argentina)
Reason for introduction
Horticultural