Leptospermum variabile
Family
Myrtaceae
Flora category
Vascular – Exotic
Structural class
Trees & Shrubs - Dicotyledons
Conservation status
Not applicable
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Life cycle
Reproduces by seed. Seeds 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
Year naturalised
2005
Origin
Australia
Reason for introduction
Horticultural
Etymology
leptospermum: Slender seed