1,261 observationsNear Threatened
dwarf bayberry
Morella pumila
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Magnoliopsida βΊOrder: Fagales βΊFamily: Myricaceae βΊGenus: Morella
About
Myrica cerifera is a small evergreen tree or large shrub native to North and Central America and the Caribbean. Its common names include southern wax myrtle, southern bayberry, candleberry, bayberry tree, and tallow shrub. It has uses in the garden and for candlemaking, as well as a medicinal plant.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of dwarf bayberry is Morella pumila.
- dwarf bayberry belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- dwarf bayberry belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- dwarf bayberry belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- dwarf bayberry belongs to the order Fagales.
- dwarf bayberry belongs to the family Myricaceae.
- dwarf bayberry belongs to the genus Morella.