| Botanical Name: Melaleuca elliptica | Add |
| Common Name: Honey Myrtle, Granite-Bottlebrush |
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor
Photographer: Susan Frommer
Photographer: Susan Frommer
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Description
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Notes
Melaleuca elliptica is an evergreen shrub or tree. It has narrow, sometimes needle-like leaves and clustered flowers with prominent stamens. It has interesting contorted branches and bark that peels in thick, papery layers.