Boobialla (Myoporum Insulare) is a perennial shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Myoporum insulare is an evergreen shrub native to Australia, commonly found on coastal dunes and cliffs, known for its salt tolerance and use in horticulture as a windbreak and soil stabilizer.

Boobialla

Boobialla

Myoporum Insulare

Myoporum insulare is an evergreen shrub native to Australia, commonly found on coastal dunes and cliffs, known for its salt tolerance and use in horticulture as a windbreak and soil stabilizer.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:windbreak, soil stabilization, groundcover, hedge

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Boobialla

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Scrophulariaceae
Genus:Myoporum