Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
velutinum
ID:
508340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chinnock

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Eremophila : 127 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507672



Common Names

  • Myoporum velutinum
  • Velvety Myoporum
  • Velvety Boobialla


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Description

Myoporum velutinum (also called Velvet 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 velutinum is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Myoporum velutinum has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a succulent texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myoporum velutinum 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 velutinum

Myoporum velutinum is native to Australia.

Myoporum velutinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myoporum velutinum?

Myoporum velutinum

What is the common name of Myoporum velutinum?

Velutinous myoporum

What is the natural habitat of Myoporum velutinum?

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

Robert James Chinnock (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chinnock' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77081304-1: 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].