Boronia tenuis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 220 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569325
Common Names
- Tenuous Boronia
- Climbing Boronia
- Cream Boronia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cyanothamnus tenuis Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Boronia tenuis (also called Slender Boronia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland, woodlands and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Boronia tenuis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for its fragrant foliage and attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Boronia tenuis 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Boronia tenuis 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 tenuis
Boronia tenuis can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Boronia tenuis FAQ
What type of soil does Boronia tenuis prefer?
Boronia tenuis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
How much sun does Boronia tenuis need?
Boronia tenuis prefers full sun to partial shade.
How often should Boronia tenuis be watered?
Boronia tenuis 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,
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:771699-1: Based on the initial data import