Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
michiei
ID:
488095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Allan

Source:
ksu

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Zeal. 1: 309 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487427



Common Names

  • Pittosporum michiei
  • Michie's pittosporum
  • Michie's cheesewood


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Description

Pittosporum michiei (also called Michiei, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to New Zealand, Australia, and New Caledonia. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has a rounded crown with dark green, glossy leaves. Its flowers are white or cream-colored and have a sweet scent. It is found in a variety of habitats, including coastal areas, forests, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum michiei is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum michiei has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum michiei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pittosporum michiei

Pittosporum michiei can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Pittosporum michiei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum michiei?

Pittosporum michiei

What type of plant is Pittosporum michiei?

A shrub

Where is Pittosporum michiei native to?

Madagascar

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,