Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
569844

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 2: 98 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569176



Common Names

  • Common Boronia
  • Heterophylla Boronia
  • Boronia Heterophylla


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Synonyms

  • Boronia heterophylla brevipes Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Boronia heterophylla (also called 'Variable-leaved Boronia', among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows up to 2m in height. It has small, linear to ovate leaves and white, four-petalled flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Boronia heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to provide shelter and shade to other plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Boronia heterophylla is a four-petalled, pink-purple in colour, with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boronia heterophylla 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 heterophylla

Boronia heterophylla can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.

Boronia heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boronia heterophylla?

Boronia heterophylla

What is the common name of Boronia heterophylla?

Heterophyllous Boronia

What is the family of Boronia heterophylla?

Rutaceae

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,

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