Lemon Myrtle - Backhousia citriodoria
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Lemon Myrtle - Backhousia citriodoria
140mm
Ingleside
12 Wilga Street
Ingleside NSW 2101
Australia
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Lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) is an evergreen tree native to Australia, specifically the subtropical rainforests of Queensland and New South Wales.
Food Use: Lemon myrtle leaves are used to add a strong and delightful lemon flavor to various dishes, desserts, teas, and herbal infusions.
Growth Height: Lemon myrtle can grow to a height of approximately 5-20 meters (16-65 feet), depending on growing conditions and pruning.
Care Instructions:
- Plant in well-draining soil with full sun to partial shade.
- Water regularly, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
- Prune occasionally to maintain shape and size.
- Protect from frost, especially when young.
Origin:
- Lemon myrtle is endemic to Australia and is found naturally in the subtropical rainforests of Queensland and New South Wales.
Named the queen of the bushtucker plants.
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