Bog myrtle

Myrica gale

Decidous shrub growing to a height of about 2m. Leaves are narrow, tapered towards base, wider towards tip, grey-green and fragrant, 2-6cm.

What habitats does it normally live in?

Western and northern Europe, including British Isles. Found in wet heath, lowland bog and fen.

How does it reproduce or breed?

Carries male and female catkins on separate plants. Male catkins are red-brown 7-15mm; female catkins are dark green 4-5mm. Fruit forms as small nutlets with wings 5-10mm

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