1997).Īpproximately 75% of eremophilas are insect pollinated (entomophilous), with the remainder being bird pollinated (ornithophilous).Įremophila species are locally dominant in many areas, often growing in impoverished sites in general they are tolerant of harsh conditions, including drought, fire, frost, flooding and grazing - the name Poverty Bush being aptly applied. (Richmond 1993).Ĭurrently 214 species of Eremophila are recognised, some 70 or so are to be published in the near future, in addition, approximately 50 subspecies will be validated. The resinous exudants from some species, being used as sealants and adhesives. Plant material has been used in ceremonial rites, extracts and decoctions of plant parts have been used as liniments, medicines and antiseptics. ex Forster f.Įremophilas have been used in Aboriginal tribal life in both cultural and medicinal roles. It is represented by two genera, Eremophila R.

The largest number of species is located in Western Australia the greatest density being in the Eremaean Botanical Province, centred on the Willuna area. The family Myoporaceae is found to be concentrated in Australia in the semi-arid and arid regions, being found in all mainland states and the Northern Territory.

These pages include recent newsletters from the Study Group and an image gallery showing all 236 described species (as at mid-2020) and a number of registered cultivars and hybrids. Eremophila: The Emu Bush Colin Jennings This article was originally published in 1997.įor updated information on the species and their propagation see the ANPSA Eremophila Study Group webpages.

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