Myrtle is a genus of plants of the myrtle family. It includes 2 species and is widespread in the Mediterranean, Southwest Asia and Saharan Africa, but has also been flattened in other climatically favorable parts of the world. Myrtles are evergreen shrubs with small, deep green leaves and white flowers with many strikingly long stamens. Myrtle has also been found in southern Europe and has been widely used since ancient times. It is currently grown as a source of essential oils, medicinal and ornamental plant. Used to decorate wedding dresses, Myrtle is a symbol of the wedding ceremony, Myrtle Wreath on the bride's head is a symbol of purity and innocence.