Pittosporum merrillianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
merrillianum
ID:
1268797
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gowda
Source:
tro
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 32: 319 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268135
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pittosporum merrillianum (also called 'Merrill's Pittosporum' and 'Merrill's Cheesewood', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Pittosporaceae family. It is a small shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Philippines. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pittosporum merrillianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pittosporum merrillianum is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum merrillianum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost.
Where to Find Pittosporum merrillianum
Pittosporum merrillianum is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Pittosporum merrillianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum merrillianum?
Pittosporum merrillianum
What type of plant is Pittosporum merrillianum?
It is a shrub
Where is Pittosporum merrillianum native to?
It is native to Southeast Asia
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-50230473: Based on the initial data import
Maragowdanahalli Hombegowda Mari Gowda: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gowda' in the authors string.