Amomyrtus is a genus of flowering plants in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae described as a genus in 1948.[1] [2] It is native to temperate southern South America, where it is distributed in Chile and Argentina.[3] [4]
These plants produce large, white flowers with abundant pollen and fleshy black fruits containing one to three seeds. They are self-compatible.[4]
The name Amomyrtus comes from the Greek Amos, very fragrant; and Myrtus from family's name.
Species[3]
| Image | Scientific name | Description | Distribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amomyrtus luma (Molina) D.Legrand & Kausel, | the humid forests of Chile and Argentina | ||
| Amomyrtus meli (Phil.) D.Legrand & Kausel, | a large tree | the rainforests of Chile | |