Status:
valid
Authors:
(G.L.Webster) O.Deg. & I.Deg.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Pl. Haw. Natl. Parks , ed. 3: 434 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000036339
Common Names
- Myoporum stellatum
- Star Myoporum
- Star-leaf Myoporum
Description
Myoporum stellatum (also called Star Myoporum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is characterized by its small, oval leaves and white, tubular flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as savannas and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Myoporum stellatum is a popular ornamental tree often planted in parks and gardens. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myoporum stellatum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Myoporum stellatum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings taken in summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring. Water regularly until the plants are established.
Where to Find Myoporum stellatum
Myoporum stellatum is a species of shrub found in the subtropical forests of Australia.
Myoporum stellatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myoporum stellatum?
Myoporum stellatum
What is the common name of Myoporum stellatum?
Star Myoporum
What is the natural habitat of Myoporum stellatum?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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:77222763-1: 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].