Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
aneityense
ID:
488110

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 12: 225 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487442



Common Names

  • Pittosporum aneityense
  • Aneity pittosporum
  • Aneity cheesewood


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Description

Pittosporum aneityense (also called Aneityense, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to New Zealand, Australia, and New Caledonia. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has a rounded crown with dark green, glossy leaves. Its flowers are white or cream-colored and have a sweet scent. It is found in a variety of habitats, including coastal areas, forests, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum aneityense is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pittosporum aneityense are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum aneityense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pittosporum aneityense

Pittosporum aneityense is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, from Colombia to Bolivia.

Pittosporum aneityense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum aneityense?

Pittosporum aneityense

What type of plant is Pittosporum aneityense?

A shrub

Where is Pittosporum aneityense native to?

New Caledonia

Species in the Pittosporum genus

Species in the Pittosporaceae family

Auranticarpa edentata, Auranticarpa ilicifolia, Auranticarpa melanosperma, Auranticarpa papyracea, Auranticarpa resinosa, Auranticarpa rhombifolia, Bentleya spinescens, Billardiera coriacea, Billardiera cymosa, Billardiera drummondii, Billardiera floribunda, Billardiera fraseri, Billardiera fusiformis, Billardiera heterophylla, Billardiera laxiflora, Billardiera lehmanniana, Billardiera longiflora, Billardiera macrantha, Billardiera mutabilis, Billardiera nesophila, Billardiera ovalis, Billardiera rubens, Billardiera scandens, Billardiera sericophora, Billardiera speciosa, Billardiera uniflora, Billardiera variifolia, Billardiera venusta, Billardiera versicolor, Billardiera viridiflora, Bursaria calcicola, Bursaria incana, Bursaria longisepala, Bursaria occidentalis, Bursaria reevesii, Bursaria spinosa, Bursaria tenuifolia, Bursaria cayzerae, Cheiranthera borealis, Cheiranthera simplicifolia, Cheiranthera telfordii, Cheiranthera alternifolia, Cheiranthera brevifolia, Cheiranthera filifolia, Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera parviflora, Cheiranthera preissiana, Cheiranthera volubilis, Hymenosporum flavum, Marianthus coerulea-punctatus,