Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
kirkii
ID:
1095408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. ex Kirk

Source:
tro

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 1, ed. 2: 91 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001094746



Common Names

  • Kirki's Pittosporum
  • Willow Pittosporum
  • Willow-leaved Pittosporum


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Description

Pittosporum kirkii (also called Kirk's pittosporum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It grows up to 4 m tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum kirkii is used as an ornamental plant and for hedging. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pittosporum kirkii are small, white, and borne in short, dense clusters. The seeds are tiny, round and black. The seedlings are small, with round, fleshy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum kirkii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pittosporum kirkii

Pittosporum kirkii can be found in the temperate forests of New Zealand.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-25100202: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.