Xanthostemon chrysanthus
Golden Penda
and other Xanthostemon species.
Myrtle rust a threat to Xanthostemons
This disease attacks a wide variety of plants in the family Myrtaceae. It was first detected in NSW in 2010, but has since been identified in Qld. The extent of the host range is still being investigated, but Xanthostemon chrysanthus has been included in the list of known hosts. For more information on the disease and up-to-date information concerning reporting obligations and quarantine restrictions, visit Biosecurity Queensland, the Myrtle Rust website (NSW Department of Primary Industries), or contact the relevant authority in your state or territory. (February 2011)
Links
Golden Penda (
Xanthostemon chrysanthus) At "Grow Me Instead" (an Australian website informing gardeners about safer alternatives to invasive ornamentals)
Golden Penda (
Xanthostemon chrysanthus) Online Manual of Subtropical Landscaping Plants, Palm Beach Community College, Florida
Xanthostemon chrysanthus in Tropical Tropical Topics Newsletter, Environmental Protection Agency, Queensland Government (PDF)
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