Myoporum bateae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bateae
ID:
448804
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 6: 792 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448136
Common Names
- Myoporum
- Boobialla
- Native Apricot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myoporum bateae (also called Bate's Myoporum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Australia and grows in moist, sunny areas such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Myoporum bateae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin problems, fever, and stomach disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myoporum bateae has white flowers, small black seeds and seedlings with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myoporum bateae is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is tolerant of a range of soils and climates, and can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade, and requires regular watering during the warmer months.
Where to Find Myoporum bateae
Myoporum bateae is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Myoporum bateae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myoporum bateae?
Myoporum bateae
What type of plant is Myoporum bateae?
It is a shrub or small tree
Where is Myoporum bateae found?
It is found in Australia
Species in the Myoporum genus
Species in the Scrophulariaceae family
Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:585260-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].