Myrtales is an order of flowering plants widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, with some species also thriving in temperate zones. This order includes mostly woody plants like trees and shrubs, but also some herbs, and is recognized for its essential oils and aromatic foliage. Flowers are often clustered, with a high number of stamens and well-developed floral parts, attracting pollinators such as bees and birds.
Ecologically, Myrtales species contribute to forest structure and biodiversity. Economically, many are cultivated for fruit, timber, and ornamental use. One of the best-known members is the guava (Psidium guajava), a fruit-bearing tree valued for its vitamin-rich fruit and use in traditional medicine across many cultures.
Total families found for Myrtales: 2
- 1) Lythraceae
- 2) Myrtaceae
Total plants found for Myrtales: 26
- 1) Allspice
- 2) Arazá
- 3) Blue gum
- 4) Cherry of the Rio Grande
- 5) Clove
- 6) Feijoa
- 7) Grumichama
- 8) Guava
- 9) Guayabilla
- 10) Henna
- 11) Jabuticaba
- 12) Jambul
- 13) Makiang
- 14) Malay apple
- 15) Para guava
- 16) Pitomba Eugenia luschnathiana
- 17) Pomegranate
- 18) Red-fruited strawberry guava
- 19) Rose apple
- 20) Strawberry guava
- 21) Surinam cherry
- 22) Water caltrop Trapa bicornis
- 23) Water caltrop Trapa natans
- 24) Watery rose apple
- 25) Wax apple
- 26) Yellow-fruited strawberry guava