Leptospermum petersonii
Common name
lemon-scented tea tree
Family
Myrtaceae
Flora category
Vascular – Exotic
Structural class
Trees & Shrubs - Dicotyledons
Conservation status
Not applicable
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Life cycle
By seed, dispersed by wind and water. Seeds usually released on death of branch.
Threats
This taxon may be prone to Myrtle Rust (Austropuccinia psidii) is an invasive fungus which threatens myrtle species. Learn more: myrtlerust.org.nz.
Reason for introduction
Horticultural
Etymology
leptospermum: Slender seed