Myoporum laetum

Beach Myoporum, Nahele

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Evergreen coastal shrub with glossy leaves and small fragrant flowers; native to Polynesia, Australia, and New Zealand, valued for salt tolerance.
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Plant Details

Common Name Beach Myoporum, Nahele
Family Plantaginaceae
Genus Myoporum
Species Laetum
Origin Polynesia, Australia, New Zealand
Blooming Small purple or white fragrant flowers appear in spring and summer
Leaf Color Dark glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy loam or peat mix with perlite; tolerates saline soils

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Watering

Moderate water once established; drought tolerant but prefers regular irrigation in containers. Reduce watering in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade; requires bright light for optimal flowering indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer)

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
150 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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