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Myrtaceae Collection

Myrtaceae, also known as the Myrtle family, is a diverse group of plants that includes some iconic and fascinating species

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Eucalyptus crebra, narrow leaved ironbark tree

Eucalyptus crebra, narrow leaved ironbark tree
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Metrosideros excelsa, Christmas tree

Metrosideros excelsa, Christmas tree
Finished watercolour by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Pohutukawa tree - with brilliant red flowers. Kaikoura - South Island - New Zealand

Pohutukawa tree - with brilliant red flowers. Kaikoura - South Island - New Zealand
MAB-626 Pohutukawa tree - with brilliant red flowers Kaikoura - South Island - New Zealand Metrosideros excelsa Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Eucalyptus pruinosa, silver-leaved box

Eucalyptus pruinosa, silver-leaved box
Plate 56 from Botanical Drawings from Australia (1801) by Ferdinand L Bauer (1760-1826)

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Fireweed or Rosebay Willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium)

Fireweed or Rosebay Willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium)

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Geraldton wax flower (Chamelaucium uncinatum), nectar fluorescing in UV light. Western Australia

Geraldton wax flower (Chamelaucium uncinatum), nectar fluorescing in UV light. Western Australia. Controlled conditions, focus stacked. Series 1/2

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Red-collared lorikeet (Trichoglossus rubritorquis) pair examining hole in Eucalyptus

Red-collared lorikeet (Trichoglossus rubritorquis) pair examining hole in Eucalyptus as a potential nesting hollow. Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Rainbow eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) bark, Costa Rica

Rainbow eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta) bark, Costa Rica

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Kreffts gliders (Petarus notatus) two in Eucalypt (Myrtaceae

Kreffts gliders (Petarus notatus) two in Eucalypt (Myrtaceae) tree on branch with blossom at night, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Weeping Bottlebrush tree flowers

Weeping Bottlebrush tree flowers

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Ant (Formicidae) nectaring on Geraldton waxflower (Chamelaucium uncinatum)

Ant (Formicidae) nectaring on Geraldton waxflower (Chamelaucium uncinatum). Western Australia Botanic Garden, Kings Park, Perth, Australia. November

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Freshwater pools on Waterfall Creek, at the top of Gunlom Falls. Mary River, Kakadu National Park

Freshwater pools on Waterfall Creek, at the top of Gunlom Falls. Mary River, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory, Australia. March 2014

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Musk Lorikeet (Glossopsitta concinna) in eucalyptus, Tasmania, Australia

Musk Lorikeet (Glossopsitta concinna) in eucalyptus, Tasmania, Australia

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Orchard oriole (Icterus spurius) male feeding on Lemon bottlebrush (Callistemon pallidus) flowers

Orchard oriole (Icterus spurius) male feeding on Lemon bottlebrush (Callistemon pallidus) flowers. South Padre Island, Texas, USA

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) eating gum (Eucalyptus sp)

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) eating gum (Eucalyptus sp)
Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) eating gum (Eucalyptus sp.) leaves in a tree, Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Eucalypt rainforest along Otway Lighthouse Road, Cape Otway, The Otways, Victoria

Eucalypt rainforest along Otway Lighthouse Road, Cape Otway, The Otways, Victoria, Australia. April 2021

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Bottlebrush flowers

Bottlebrush flowers

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Bottlebrush flower

Bottlebrush flower

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 222. Baeckea densifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 222. Baeckea densifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670575 Page 222. Baeckea densifolia, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 91. Angophora cordifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 91. Angophora cordifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670397 Page 91. Angophora cordifolia, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 89. Metrosideros capitata, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 89. Metrosideros capitata, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670395 Page 89. Metrosideros capitata, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 92. Melaleuca linariifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 92. Melaleuca linariifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670398 Page 92. Melaleuca linariifolia, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 64. Baeckea densifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 64. Baeckea densifolia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670370 Page 64. Baeckea densifolia, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 255. Melaleuca, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 255. Melaleuca, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670611 Page 255. Melaleuca, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info)

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 225. The branch of a species of Eucalyptus bearing galls... c

Page 225. The branch of a species of Eucalyptus bearing galls... c
5670582 Page 225. The branch of a species of Eucalyptus bearing galls... c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 87. Leptospermum ambiguum, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 87. Leptospermum ambiguum, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670393 Page 87. Leptospermum ambiguum, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 84. Eucalyptus paniculata, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 84. Eucalyptus paniculata, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670390 Page 84. Eucalyptus paniculata, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 76. Darwinia fascicularis, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 76. Darwinia fascicularis, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670382 Page 76. Darwinia fascicularis, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 90. Callistemon lanceolatus / Callistemon citrinus, c

Page 90. Callistemon lanceolatus / Callistemon citrinus, c
5670396 Page 90. Callistemon lanceolatus/Callistemon citrinus, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 88. Leptospermum flavescens, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 88. Leptospermum flavescens, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670394 Page 88. Leptospermum flavescens, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 86. Leptospermum scoparium, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 86. Leptospermum scoparium, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670392 Page 86. Leptospermum scoparium, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 85. Angophora intermedia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 85. Angophora intermedia, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670391 Page 85. Angophora intermedia, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Page 83. Eucalyptus, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)

Page 83. Eucalyptus, c. 1803-06 (w / c, pen, ink and pencil)
5670389 Page 83. Eucalyptus, c.1803-06 (w/c, pen, ink and pencil) by Lewin, John William (1770-1819); Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales; (add.info)

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Crimson / Lemon bottlebrush flower (Malaleuca / Callistemon citrinus), an introduced

Crimson / Lemon bottlebrush flower (Malaleuca / Callistemon citrinus), an introduced species from Australia, Kilada, Argolis, Peloponnese, Greece, July 2013

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Vanzolinis Spiny-chest Frog 1+Alsodes vanzolinii+2 on Eucalyptus leaves, endemic

Vanzolinis Spiny-chest Frog 1+Alsodes vanzolinii+2 on Eucalyptus leaves, endemic to the Nahuelbuta mountain range, Chile, December. Critically Endangered species

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Rainbow Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus sp. ) bark detail. Maui, Hawaii, February

Rainbow Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus sp. ) bark detail. Maui, Hawaii, February
Rainbow Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus sp.) bark detail. Maui, Hawaii, February

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Morning fog in eucalypt forest, Great Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia

Morning fog in eucalypt forest, Great Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Rose apples on sale at a market, Thailand

Rose apples on sale at a market, Thailand

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Eucalyptus Tree, Great Sandy National Park, Queensland, Australia

Eucalyptus Tree, Great Sandy National Park, Queensland, Australia

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Myrtle family Myrtaceae Myrtle Unknown plant

Myrtle family Myrtaceae Myrtle Unknown plant
Myrtle family (Myrtaceae), Myrtle (probably). Unknown plant with white flowers and red pear-shaped berries. Numbered top right: 258. Part of the third album with drawings of flowers and plants

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Bedstraw Hawk-Moth (Hyles gallii) caterpillar on Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium)

Bedstraw Hawk-Moth (Hyles gallii) caterpillar on Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium)

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Psidium pyriferum, red guava

Psidium pyriferum, red guava
Illustration by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Caryophyllus aromaticus, clove

Caryophyllus aromaticus, clove
Plate 64 by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Psidium, guava

Psidium, guava
Plate 929 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: USA, Florida, New Smyrna Beach, bottlebrush tree

USA, Florida, New Smyrna Beach, bottlebrush tree

Background imageMyrtaceae Collection: Syzygium aromaticum, Clove, sprig with flowerheads

Syzygium aromaticum, Clove, sprig with flowerheads



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Myrtaceae, also known as the Myrtle family, is a diverse group of plants that includes some iconic and fascinating species. From the majestic Eucalyptus crebra, with its towering presence and narrow leaved ironbark tree, to the Metrosideros excelsa, famously known as the Christmas tree for its vibrant red flowers. In Kaikoura, South Island of New Zealand, one can witness the breathtaking beauty of the Pohutukawa tree adorned with brilliant red flowers. It's a sight that truly captures nature's artistry. The silver-leaved box or Eucalyptus pruinosa stands out with its shimmering foliage, adding a touch of elegance to any landscape. Meanwhile, Fireweed or Rosebay Willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium) brings bursts of color to meadows and fields. Down in southwestern Australia resides a pair of Tawny Frogmouths nesting in their cozy abode within a Jarrah Tree. Their loyalty shines through as they return year after year to this exact spot 10 meters above ground level. A Red-collared lorikeet pair curiously examines a hole in an old Eucalyptus trunk - perhaps searching for their own perfect nesting site amidst nature's architecture. Traveling to Costa Rica reveals another marvel - Rainbow eucalyptus (Eucalyptus deglupta). Its bark showcases an awe-inspiring display of colors that seem almost surreal. Weeping Bottlebrush trees enchant us with their delicate flowers resembling tiny brushes hanging gracefully from branches. Nature proves its resilience even after devastation like bushfires; hardy tree ferns sprout amidst burnt forests showing signs of renewal and hope for future growth. Epicormic growth on an Eucalyptus tree demonstrates nature's ability to heal itself after bushfire damage - reminding us that life finds a way.