Eremophila longifolia

Family: Myoporaceae

What it is like

Eremophila longifolia is a SHRUB growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Height (m): 6

Where it is found

Often found on limestone, usually in inland areas.

Australia - in all mainland areas except the extreme north.

Conservation Status:

Countries/locations it is found in

How it is used

Food

Rating: 0

Medicine

Rating: 1

Treats sores and colds.

Other

Rating:

Wood - hard, close-grained, durable, brittle, hard to work. It is used for veneer, inlay work and cabinet making.

How it is grown

Plants are hardy to about -7°c in Australian gardens.

Propagating it: Seed -

Best place to grow: Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Habit: Shrub

Hardiness:

Growth:

Soil: Light (sandy), medium, heavy (clay)

Shade: Semi-shade, no shade

Moisture: Moist

Things to keep in mind

The plant is toxic.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Stenochicus longifolius.