Metrosideros sclerocarpa

Metrosideros sclerocarpa, commonly known as the mountain rose, is a flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is endemic to Lord Howe Island.

Description

It is a small tree, growing to in height. The leathery ovate to elliptic leaves are 30–65 mm long and 17–32 mm wide. The bright red brush-like flowers have filaments 15–20 mm long. The fruits are 6–7 mm long. The flowering season is from December to February.

Distribution and habitat

The plant is endemic to Australia's subtropical Lord Howe Island in the Tasman Sea. It occurs mainly near watercourses, below an elevation of about 300 m, in the southern mountains of the island.