Uromyrtus

Uromyrtus is a genus of flowering plants in the family Myrtaceae. These plants are native to New Caledonia and Australia (primarily Queensland).

The genus is characterized by its small to medium-sized trees and shrubs. Key features often used for identification include the leaf venation, the presence of oil dots in the leaves, and the structure of the inflorescence and fruit. The fruits are typically berries.

Taxonomic classification within Uromyrtus has been subject to revision. The genus is closely related to other genera within Myrtaceae, and some species have been moved between genera based on phylogenetic and morphological data.