Waxflower
is also known as Chamelaucium which is a shrub genus mostly seen at (endemic)
South Western part of Western Australia. It is said that they belong to myrtle
family of Myrtaceae and possess leaves similar to tea-trees. Among the flowers
Geraldton Wax which is cultivated because of their appeal of large attractive
flowers.
It was found by the
French botanist Rene Louiche Desfontaines in the year of 1819. Though the
reason for their name is unclear it is speculated since their petals give a
feeling of wax.
There are 14 species that are recognized within the genus. It
provides to a number of related genera which are close to that known as Chamelaucium
alliance that include largely present members of Verticordia, Calytrix,
Darwinia, Micromytus, Thryptomene and Baeckea.
They have oil glands
and aroma which give pleasant aroma when crushed. Their well known flower
Geraldton Wax is widely cultivated. During cultivation they require dryer
climates provided with excellent drainage and bright sun light.
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