Boronia exilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Paul G.Wilson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 12: 134 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569146
Common Names
- Common Boronia
- Exilis Boronia
- Boronia Exilis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Boronia exilis (also called Slender Boronia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as scrublands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Boronia exilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. Its fragrant flowers attract bees and other pollinators. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Boronia exilis has pink flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Boronia exilis is a small shrub that grows to 1.5 m tall. It has small, glossy green leaves and white or pink flowers in spring. It is best grown in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Propagation is from seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Boronia exilis
Boronia exilis can be found in Australia, primarily in Western Australia, South Australia, and Victoria.
Boronia exilis FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Boronia exilis?
Boronia exilis prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
What is the size of Boronia exilis?
Boronia exilis typically grows to a height of 1-2m and a width of 1-2m.
What is the flowering period of Boronia exilis?
Boronia exilis typically flowers from late winter to early spring.
Species in the Boronia genus
Boronia barrettiorum, Boronia boliviensis, Boronia acanthoclada, Boronia adamsiana, Boronia affinis, Boronia alata, Boronia albiflora, Boronia algida, Boronia alulata, Boronia amabilis, Boronia amplectens, Boronia anceps, Boronia anemonifolia, Boronia anethifolia, Boronia angustisepala, Boronia anomala, Boronia baeckeacea, Boronia barkeriana, Boronia beeronensis, Boronia bella, Boronia bipinnata, Boronia bowmanii, Boronia busselliana, Boronia capitata, Boronia chartacea, Boronia citrata, Boronia citriodora, Boronia clavata, Boronia coerulescens, Boronia coriacea, Boronia corynophylla, Boronia crassifolia, Boronia crassipes, Boronia crenulata, Boronia cymbiformis, Boronia cymosa, Boronia deanei, Boronia decumbens, Boronia defoliata, Boronia denticulata, Boronia dichotoma, Boronia duiganiae, Boronia edwardsii, Boronia elisabethiae, Boronia eriantha, Boronia ericifolia, Boronia excelsa, Boronia exilis, Boronia fabianoides, Boronia falcifolia,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2679928: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.