Water
Water regularly during establishment and dry periods. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings once mature. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogging.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Also known as Boobialla · Pointed Boobialla · Waterbush
Mangrove Boobialla (Myoporum acuminatum) is a fast-growing Australian native shrub or small tree, ideal for coastal areas and screening.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water well when the topsoil is dry. Reduce in winter.
Sandy Loam, Clay, Well-drained
50% intensity
Mild to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperate to subtropical climates. Protect from heavy frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during establishment and dry periods. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings once mature. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogging.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Prune to shape and maintain desired size. Light pruning can be done at any time to remove dead or crossing branches. For more significant shaping, prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
This encourages denser foliage.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or hardwood cuttings in winter. Use a rooting hormone to improve success rates.
Cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist in a warm environment.
Young plants may need repotting every 1-2 years in spring. Mature plants are relatively slow-growing and do not require frequent repotting.
Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one and ensure excellent drainage.
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Photos of Mangrove Boobialla (Myoporum acuminatum)
Where Mangrove Boobialla (Myoporum acuminatum) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Myoporum |
| Species | Myoporum acuminatum |
Similar in genus Myoporum
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