Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
569978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. , App. 1-23: XVII (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569310



Common Names

  • Spathulate Boronia
  • Climbing Boronia
  • Cream Boronia


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Synonyms

  • Boronia flexuosa Bartl. [unknown]
  • Boronia macra Bartl. [unknown]
  • Boronia spathulata elatior Benth. [unknown]
  • Boronia spathulata ramosa Benth. [unknown]

Description

Boronia spathulata (also called Spatula-leaved Boronia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland, woodlands and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Boronia spathulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a pleasant scent and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Boronia spathulata are white or pink, with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boronia spathulata is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Boronia spathulata

Boronia spathulata is found in Australia, mainly in the states of Victoria and New South Wales.

Boronia spathulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boronia spathulata?

Boronia spathulata

What is the common name of Boronia spathulata?

Spoon-leaved Boronia

What is the natural habitat of Boronia spathulata?

Dry sclerophyll forest and heathland

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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