Chamelaucium sp.
Family: Myrtaceae · Type: Shrub · Not Native
Chamelaucium sp. is a non-native California shrub in the Myrtaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Leptospermum: Tea tree has alternate leaves widest at tip; waxflower has opposite needle-thin leaves; vs Eucalyptus: Eucalyptus flowers have detachable caps; waxflower has normal waxy petals; vs Melaleuca: Bottlebrush has dense flower spikes; waxflower has solitary or few-flowered clusters; vs Myrtus: True myrtle has broader oval leaves; waxflower has thin needle-like leaves; vs Luma: Luma has broader opposite leaves; waxflower has thread-like opposite leaves
Frequently asked questions
Is Chamelaucium sp. native to California?
No. Chamelaucium sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Chamelaucium sp. belong to?
Chamelaucium sp. is in the Myrtaceae family, genus Chamelaucium.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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