Southern Wax Myrtle
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Scientific name | Myrica cerifera |
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Rank | Species |
Higher classification | Bayberry |
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ID | 2256413 |
About Southern Wax Myrtle
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 sees uses both in the garden and for candlemaking, as well as a medicinal plant.