Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
kaalense
ID:
481895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Bot. 8: 124 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481227



Common Names

  • Kaalense Pittosporum
  • Kaalense Mock Orange
  • Kaalense


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Description

Pittosporum kaalense (also called Kaalen's 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 kaalense is used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and as a hedge or screen. It can also be used for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittosporum kaalense is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two to three pairs of needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum kaalense is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in early spring. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pittosporum kaalense

Pittosporum kaalense is native to New Zealand and can be found in the North Island.

Pittosporum kaalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum kaalense?

Pittosporum kaalense

What is the common name of Pittosporum kaalense?

Kaal's pittosporum

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum kaalense?

Forests and scrublands

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,