Austromyrtus tenuifolia, commonly known as Narrow-Leaf Myrtle, is an evergreen shrub native to rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests in eastern Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Queensland. It typically grows to a height of 1-3 meters with a similar spread. The plant features slender, glossy leaves that are 1.5 to 4 cm long and 1 to 3 mm wide. The white flowers, each with 5 petals, appear on short stalks in late spring and summer and are moderately showy, attracting pollinators. Following flowering, the plant produces distinctive berries that are initially dark purple and then turn white with dark spots upon maturity.

Narrow-Leaf Myrtle is valued for its compact growth habit, attractive foliage, and edible berries, making it suitable for use in mixed borders, as a specimen plant, or for creating low hedges in gardens. It is also used in revegetation projects due to its resilience. This shrub thrives in moist, well-drained soils and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry periods. It can tolerate a range of light conditions from full sun to part shade. While generally low-maintenance, it may be susceptible to myrtle rust, a fungal disease that affects plants in the Myrtaceae family. To maintain a dense form, occasional pruning is recommended.CC BY-SA 4.0