Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
lancifolium
ID:
481899

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.M.Bailey) L.W.Cayzer, Crisp & I.Telford

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 13: 869 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481231



Common Names

  • Lanceleaf Pittosporum
  • Lancifolium Pittosporum
  • Lanceleaf Mock Orange


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Synonyms

  • Citriobatus lancifolius F.M.Bailey [unknown]

Description

Pittosporum lancifolium (also called Lance-leaved 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 lancifolium 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 lancifolium 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 lancifolium 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 lancifolium

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

Pittosporum lancifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum lancifolium?

Pittosporum lancifolium

What is the common name of Pittosporum lancifolium?

Lance-leaved pittosporum

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum lancifolium?

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,

References

Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Ian R.H. Telford (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Telford' in the authors string.
Lindy W. Cayzer (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Cayzer' in the authors string.