Myrtle (Myrtus communis)
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Scientific Name: Myrtus communis — Common Myrtle.
Native Home: Mediterranean Basin, including southern Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.
Height: 2–5 metres.
Lifespan: 100 years or more under favourable conditions.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Small, dense wood used for crafts and decorative objects.
Harvesting: Leaves, berries, and essential oils are harvested from cultivated shrubs.
Age to Harvest: Leaves can be harvested after 2–3 years; berries typically after 3–5 years.
Products: Essential oil, aromatic leaves, berries, perfumes, and ornamental plants.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Used in Mediterranean cooking, perfumery, and traditional ceremonies.
Global Spread: Native to the Mediterranean region and cultivated in gardens and plantations worldwide.
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