Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
pervillei
ID:
1095318

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
tro

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 159 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001094656



Common Names

  • Pervillei Pittosporum
  • Pervillei Tree
  • Pervillei Pittosporum Tree


Searching for Pittosporum pervillei? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Pittosporum pervillei (also called Perville's pittosporum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It grows up to 4 m tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum pervillei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant, as it is fast-growing and has attractive foliage. The plant is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittosporum pervillei is a white, bell-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seeds of this plant are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

Searching for Pittosporum pervillei? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum pervillei is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pittosporum pervillei

Pittosporum pervillei can be found in New Caledonia.

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,