Status:
valid
Authors:
Chinnock
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Eremophila : 123 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507668
Common Names
- Myoporum petiolatum
- Petiolate Myoporum
- Petiolate Boobialla
Description
Myoporum petiolatum (also called Petiolate Myoporum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Myoporum petiolatum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myoporum petiolatum has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a succulent texture.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myoporum petiolatum is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant every month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Myoporum petiolatum
Myoporum petiolatum can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Myoporum petiolatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myoporum petiolatum?
Myoporum petiolatum
What is the common name of Myoporum petiolatum?
Petiolate myoporum
What is the natural habitat of Myoporum petiolatum?
It is native to Australia and is found in dry forests
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:77081303-1: 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].