Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
collinum
ID:
488059

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 14: 146 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487391



Common Names

  • Collin Pittosporum
  • Collin's Pittosporum
  • Collin's Pittosporum


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Description

Pittosporum collinum (also called Collin's Pittosporum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It typically grows in moist forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum collinum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittosporum collinum is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellowish center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum collinum is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Cuttings can be taken from the stem or leaves and planted in a moist soil. Once established, the plant can be propagated by division.

Where to Find Pittosporum collinum

Pittosporum collinum can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Pittosporum collinum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum collinum?

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

What is the size of Pittosporum collinum?

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

What is the flowering period of Pittosporum collinum?

Pittosporum collinum 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,