Creeping Boobialla (Myoporum Parvifolium) is a perennial groundcover 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.

A low, spreading evergreen shrub with trailing stems and white star-shaped flowers, native to southern Australia.

Creeping Boobialla

Creeping Boobialla

Myoporum Parvifolium

A low, spreading evergreen shrub with trailing stems and white star-shaped flowers, native to southern Australia.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
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, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Boobialla

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Prune
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Repot
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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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Creeping Boobialla
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Taxonomy

Family:Scrophulariaceae
Genus:Myoporum