Myoporum insulare, commonly known as Common Boobialla, is an evergreen shrub native to coastal dunes and limestone cliffs in Southern Australia, including Tasmania. It exhibits a variable form, ranging from a low-growing, prostrate shrub to an erect small tree, and can reach up to 6 meters (20 feet) in height. The plant features glossy green leaves and bears white flowers with distinctive purple spots. These flowers, appearing in clusters of three to eight in the leaf axils, are 6–8 mm (0.24–0.31 in) in diameter and bloom profusely from July to February in Western Australia and from October to December in southeastern Australia. The flowers are somewhat showy and are followed by smooth, rounded drupes that turn from purple to black as they mature, measuring 4.5–9 mm (0.18–0.35 in) in diameter.

Common Boobialla is valued for its rapid growth and resilience, making it an excellent choice for a fast-growing hedge or windbreak, particularly in coastal areas where it tolerates winds and drought well. It thrives in well-drained soils and requires minimal maintenance once established. This species is easily propagated from cuttings and can be used in urban plantings, coastal reclamation, and as a general garden specimen. However, gardeners should be aware that Myoporum insulare can become invasive outside its native range, so it is important to check local regulations before planting. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade and is tolerant of a range of soil types, provided they are well-drained.CC BY-SA 4.0