Status:
valid
Authors:
Tirel & Veillon
Source:
ksu
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 21: 214 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481198
Common Names
- Leroy Pittosporum
- Leroy Yellow Pittosporum
- Leroy Lemonwood
Description
Pittosporum leroyanum (also called Leroy's pittosporum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Pittosporaceae family. It is native to the Philippines and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub with a dense, rounded crown and leathery, glossy green leaves. The flowers are white and fragrant.
Uses & Benefits
Pittosporum leroyanum 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
Pittosporum leroyanum has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three or four. Its seeds are small and winged, and its seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum leroyanum is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Propagate by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Pittosporum leroyanum
Pittosporum leroyanum can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Pittosporum leroyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum leroyanum?
Pittosporum leroyanum
What is the common name of Pittosporum leroyanum?
Leroy's Pittosporum
What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum leroyanum?
Australia
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.