Myoporum parvifolium
Creeping Boobialla
The Myoporum parvifolium, or Creeping Boobialla, is a hardy, fast-growing evergreen groundcover native to Australia. Known for its dense, low-growing habit and fine, bright green foliage, it forms a lush mat that suppresses weeds and stabilizes soil. In spring and summer, small, star-shaped white to pale pink flowers add seasonal charm. Reaching just 10–20 cm in height and spreading up to 2–3 meters wide, it’s ideal for covering slopes, borders, and rockeries.
Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, Creeping Boobialla is a practical and beautiful choice for native and water-wise gardens.
Specifications
- Height10–20 cm
- Width2–3 meters
- Native toAustralia
- FoliageFine, bright green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateFast
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, loamy, or clay types
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterLow; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, coastal, and arid regions
Additional Features
- FlowersSmall, star-shaped white to pale pink blooms in spring and summer
- UsesPerfect for groundcover, erosion control, borders, and rock gardens
- SpacingPlant 0.5–1 meter apart for dense coverage
- Low MaintenanceMinimal care required; occasional trimming to shape if needed
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free and hardy
- Drought ToleranceWell-suited to low-water and coastal gardens
- Erosion ControlExcellent for stabilizing slopes and sandy soils
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract pollinators like bees and beneficial insects
- VersatilityComplements native, contemporary, and low-maintenance garden designs
The Creeping Boobialla is a durable and versatile groundcover, perfect for creating lush, weed-suppressing carpets in gardens and landscapes.
Project pedigree: This species has stood in Ornatec's drought, salt and frost tolerance palette since the 1990s. Read the tolerance catalogue record.