Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
569906

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 3: t. 270 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569238



Common Names

  • Nana Boronia
  • Boronia Nana
  • Nana


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Synonyms

  • Boronia polygalifolia trifoliata Benth. [deprecated]
  • Boronia polygalifolia trifoliolata Benth. [unknown]

Description

Boronia nana (also called Dwarf Boronia, among many other common names) is a shrub species of the Boronia genus that is native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and is found in woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Boronia nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in floral arrangements. It has a sweet, floral scent and is known for its bright, yellow-green flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Boronia nana var. pubescens (Benth.) J.H.Willis
Boronia nana var. hyssopifolia Melville

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Boronia nana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boronia nana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Boronia nana

Boronia nana is found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Boronia nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boronia nana?

Boronia nana

What is the common name of Boronia nana?

Nana Boronia

What is the natural habitat of Boronia nana?

Boronia nana is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in south-eastern Australia.

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