Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
lanipetalum
ID:
481904

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tirel & Veillon

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 20: 244 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481236



Common Names

  • Lanipetalum Pittosporum
  • Lanipetalum Mock Orange
  • Lanipetalum Orangeberry


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Description

Pittosporum lanipetalum (also called Lanipetalous 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 lanipetalum 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 lanipetalum 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 lanipetalum 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 lanipetalum

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

Pittosporum lanipetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum lanipetalum?

Pittosporum lanipetalum

What is the common name of Pittosporum lanipetalum?

Lanipetal pittosporum

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum lanipetalum?

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

Jean-Marie Veillon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veillon' in the authors string.
Christiane Tirel (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirel' in the authors string.