Brown boronia, Sweet boronia
Boronia megastigma
Family: Rutaceae
What it is like
An evergreen shrub. It grows 1 m high and spreads 1 m wide. The stem is slender. The plant has a fine textured crown. The leaves are green and very fine. The flowers are brown and bell shaped.
Where it is found
It is a temperate or Mediterranean climate plant. It grows in sandy, poorly drained soils. It needs protected partly shaded conditions.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
The fragrant flowers are the source of an essential oil used in create a black currant flavouring food manufacture. It is used in drinks, ice creams, and baked goods.
Edible parts
Flowers - oil, spice
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seed or cuttings.
Its other names
Local names
Scented boronia