Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Benth.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hügel : 78 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448223
Common Names
- Myoporum Floribundum
- Showy Boobialla
- Showy Myoporum
Description
Myoporum floribundum (also called Many-flowered Boobialla, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in coastal areas, woodlands and rainforests. Its leaves are small, oval and have a leathery texture.
Uses & Benefits
Myoporum floribundum 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 floribundum has small, white flowers that are clustered together and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myoporum floribundum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Myoporum floribundum
Myoporum floribundum can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of the Pacific Islands.
Myoporum floribundum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myoporum floribundum?
Myoporum floribundum
What is the common name of Myoporum floribundum?
Showy Boobialla
Where is Myoporum floribundum native to?
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:585285-1: 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].