Amomyrtus consists of evergreen shrubs or minor trees characterized by their aromatic foliage and small, fragrant flowers that are bowl-shaped with five petals, blooming in the spring.

Amomyrtus

Amomyrtus luma is a sizable shrub or multi-stemmed tree characterized by its distinctive, peeling bark and fragrant, evergreen leaves. In spring, it produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers featuring five petals and elongated stamens. These flowers give way to edible berries that start off red and eventually ripen to black.

Amomyrtus luma

Amomyrtus meli is an evergreen tree or upright shrub that typically grows to around 4 meters (13 feet) in cultivated settings, but can reach up to 20 meters (65 feet) in its natural habitat. The bark is smooth and ranges in color from whitish to light reddish-brown. The leaves are leathery, dark green, and oval-shaped, emitting a strong fragrance. In late summer, this plant produces an abundance of cream-colored flowers.