Status:
valid
Authors:
Veillon & Tirel
Source:
ksu
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 16: 197 (1994 publ. 1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487450
Common Names
- Pittosporum brevispinum
- Brevispinum pittosporum
- Brevispinum cheesewood
Description
Pittosporum brevispinum (also called Brevispinum, 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 brevispinum is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pittosporum brevispinum has small, white, fragrant flowers that appear in spring. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum brevispinum is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is drought and frost tolerant.
Where to Find Pittosporum brevispinum
Pittosporum brevispinum is native to tropical forests in Southeast Asia.
Pittosporum brevispinum FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum brevispinum?
Pittosporum brevispinum is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland and montane forests.
What is the size of Pittosporum brevispinum?
Pittosporum brevispinum is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m in height.
What is the flowering period of Pittosporum brevispinum?
Pittosporum brevispinum flowers from October to December.
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,
References
Jean-Marie Veillon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veillon' in the authors string.