MYRCIA CUCULLATA, ARRAYAN, MYRTASEAI MAIN CHARACTERISTICS Has the leaves marked with tiny translucent spots, which are visible when you look at them backlit (better with a magnifying glass). In these points, essential oils are stored, which give the aroma characteristic to many species of the family. To perceive this aroma, you can gently pull out a leaf and squeeze it between your fingers . The flowers of this myrtle are relatively small and white and possibly are pollinated by insects like many other similar species. The fruits have elliptical shape, measure up to 1.5 cm in length and ripen in purple. WHAT ARE THEY USED FOR Its mainly used for medicine. Among which we find its antiseptic and disinfectant properties. For this reason, the essential oil of myrtle is used in wounds WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT It can cure ...