Rose Myrtle

Overview: Archirhodomyrtus is a small genus with a single species, A.beckleri, occurring in rainforests from central-eastern New South Wales through to far north-east Queensland. It is a shrub or small tree. Rose myrtle leaves are glossy and pleasantly fragrant when crushed. The berry has a pleasant aromatic flavor reminiscent of Brazilian cherry. It can be eaten out-of-hand or used in sauces and preserves.

More information

http://anpsa.org.au/a-bec.html

https://bie.ala.org.au/species/http://id.biodiversity.org.au/node/ap