Boronia verecunda - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Duretto
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 10: 291 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000569349
Common Names
- Common Boronia
- Verecund Boronia
- Verecund Brown Boronia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Boronia verecunda (also called Verecund 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 verecunda 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 verecunda 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 verecunda is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer from firm, current season's growth. Place cuttings in a well-drained cutting mix and keep moist until rooted.
Where to Find Boronia verecunda
Boronia verecunda can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Boronia verecunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tetraria brevifolia?
Tetraria brevifolia
What is the common name of Tetraria brevifolia?
Brevifolia Tetraria
What is the natural habitat of Tetraria brevifolia?
Tetraria brevifolia 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2680136: Based on the initial data import
Marco F. Duretto (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duretto' in the authors string.