Backhousia citriodora - LEMON MYRTLE

One of my favorite plants. The leaves can be used to flavour food or in a tea. There are many health benefits to the leaves including antimicrobial and antibacterial properties. Plant is perfect in a pot and loves a hard prune back to avoid going leggy.

Endemic Range

Sub-tropical rainforests of Southeastern Queensland.

Flowers

Summer to Autumn (December - May)

Fruit

Spring (September to November)