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ERIOSTEMON myoporoides
Long-leaf Waxflower

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:: Rutaceae :: ERIOSTEMON (syn. PHILOTHECA) :: myoporoides

Type of products available: TC/1/1P8, TC/1/1P9

Main asset

of the same family than the Choisya, this small shrub has a strong aromatic odor of orange when touched, and its long flowering exudes a scent of orange.

Remarks

Hardiness is better in sand or well drained soil

Small aromatic shrub, evergreen, of Australian origin. A multitude of pinkish white single flowers appear in mild periods in winter and spring, and are very fragrant.

Uses: Terrace box, balconies, rockeries

Global caracteristics:

Type of foliage: evergreen
Habit: ball
Height: 1.50 m x 1.50 m (5 ft x 5 ft)
Growth: medium
Flowering period: December to April

Shape and colours:

Foliage shape: lanceolated narrow
Foliage colour: dark green
Flowers shape: single with 5 petals
Flowers colour: white
Parfum : yes

Plantation:

Soil type: drained necessary
Exposure: sun, part-shade
Hardiness: - 10 °C (14 °F - USDA zone 8a)