BACKHOUSIA citriodora

A tree that gives fragrance all year around with an erect, sturdy stem and a densely textured crown, dark green leathery gloss leave which are strongly lemon scented.

Flowers occur profusely in clusters during spring and summer.

Widely cultivated the Lemon myrtle is well known for its bushfood flavours and can be used for herbal infusions and for food flavouring.

As an antiseptic, the oil is 16 times stronger than phenol.

Endemic to Queensland.

Prefers a medium to heavy soil in a well-drained protected sunny position, drought and frost tender.

Seed of this species generally has a low viability of 20-40%

Please Note: Although many of the traditional Bush Food and Medicine plants are now commercially produced in various forms we recommend you research these before using them as any form of food or medicines. Some parts of the plant may not be edible or some may need prepared before they are safe to eat or use in any way. We do our best to describe their traditional & modern uses. It is the purchaser responsibility to ensure they are fit for their intended use.