Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
buchananii
ID:
488119

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Handb. N. Zeal. Fl. 2: 725 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487451



Common Names

  • Pittosporum buchananii
  • Buchanan's pittosporum
  • Buchanan's cheesewood


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Description

Pittosporum buchananii (also called Buchananii, 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 buchananii is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum buchananii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum brevispinum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Pittosporum buchananii

Pittosporum buchananii is native to the temperate forests of New Zealand.

Pittosporum buchananii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum buchananii?

Pittosporum buchananii is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland and montane forests.

What is the size of Pittosporum buchananii?

Pittosporum buchananii is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m in height.

What is the flowering period of Pittosporum buchananii?

Pittosporum buchananii 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,