Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 25(II): 162 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569282
Common Names
- Pretty Boronia
- Pink Boronia
- Rose Boronia
Synonyms
- Boronia drummondii Planch. [unknown]
- Boronia drummondii alba auct. [deprecated]
- Boronia pulchella alba W.Mill. & N.Taylor [unknown]
- Boronia pulchella distans Domin [unknown]
Description
Boronia pulchella (also called Pretty Boronia, among many other common names) is a small shrub, usually growing up to 0.5 meters high. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodland and heathland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Boronia pulchella is a popular garden plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a hedge or border plant, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements and bouquets. It is also used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Boronia pulchella is a star-shaped, four-petalled, pink-purple colour. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Boronia pulchella 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 pulchella
Boronia pulchella is found in Australia, mainly in the states of Victoria and New South Wales.
Boronia pulchella FAQ
What type of soil does Boronia pulchella prefer?
Boronia pulchella prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
How much sun does Boronia pulchella need?
Boronia pulchella prefers full sun to partial shade.
How often should Boronia pulchella be watered?
Boronia pulchella should be watered regularly, but not too often.
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,