| Common Names |
Greek Myrtle, Mediterranean Myrtle, True Myrtle, Common Myrtle |
| Family |
Myrtaceae (Myrtle Family) |
| Origin |
Mediterranean region |
| Plant Type |
Evergreen Shrub / Aromatic Herb |
| Life Cycle |
Perennial |
| Food Forest Layer |
Shrub / Herbaceous Layer |
| Mature Size |
3–10 ft tall and wide (prunable) |
| Light |
Full Sun to Light Shade |
| Water Needs |
Low to Moderate; drought-tolerant once established |
| Harvest Season |
Summer to Fall (berries); leaves year-round |
| Time to Harvest |
1–2 years from planting |
| Self-Fertile |
Yes |
| Growth Rate |
Slow to Moderate |
| Zones |
USDA Zones 8–11 |
| Florida Native |
No |
| Propagation |
Cuttings, Seeds |
| Seasonal Characteristics |
Evergreen; fragrant white flowers in summer |
