Boronia
plant genus
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Boronia is a large genus of Australian shrubs belonging to the Rutaceae family. These plants are known for their aromatic qualities and highly scented flowers, which can be red, purple, or white. The name Boronia comes from New Latin and is derived from Francesco Borone, an 18th-century Italian servant. The term "boronia" can refer to the genus itself or to an individual plant within that genus.1
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