Status:
valid
Authors:
Veillon & Tirel
Source:
ksu
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 17: 7 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481146
Common Names
- Malaxanii Pittosporum
- Malaxanii Mock Orange
- Malaxanii
Description
Pittosporum malaxanii (also called Malaxan'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 malaxanii is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pittosporum malaxanii is a small, white, five-petalled star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum malaxanii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, sunny position.
Where to Find Pittosporum malaxanii
Pittosporum malaxanii is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in scrub and shrubland.
Pittosporum malaxanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum malaxanii?
Pittosporum malaxanii
What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum malaxanii?
Woodlands and scrublands of New Zealand
What is the average height of Pittosporum malaxanii?
2-4 meters
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.