Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
hematomallum
ID:
481800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 26: 256 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481132



Common Names

  • Hematomallum Pittosporum
  • Hematomallum Mock Orange
  • Hematomallum


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Description

Pittosporum hematomallum (also called Blood-red Pittosporum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 2–4 m tall, with a dense, rounded crown. The leaves are narrow, 2–4 cm long and 1–2 cm broad. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant, with five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum hematomallum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and for timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum hematomallum has a white and yellow flower with five petals and five sepals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small with round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum hematomallum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Pittosporum hematomallum

Pittosporum hematomallum is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in scrub and shrubland.

Pittosporum hematomallum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum hematomallum?

Pittosporum hematomallum

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum hematomallum?

Woodlands and scrublands of New Zealand

What is the average height of Pittosporum hematomallum?

2-4 meters

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,