Pittosporum pickeringii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pickeringii
ID:
488559
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ksu
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 227 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487891
Common Names
- Pickeringii Pittosporum
- Karo Pittosporum
- Karo-Karo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pittosporum nadarivatense Gibbs [unknown]
Description
Pittosporum pickeringii (also called 'Pickering's Kohuhu' and 'Pickering's Kohu-hu', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to New Zealand and is found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Pittosporum pickeringii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pittosporum pickeringii has white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum pickeringii is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It has an upright habit and is grown for its attractive foliage. It is best grown in a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Pittosporum pickeringii
Pittosporum pickeringii can be found in the wild in China, Taiwan, and Japan. It is also cultivated in gardens and parks in many other countries.
Pittosporum pickeringii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum pickeringii?
Pittosporum pickeringii
What is the common name of Pittosporum pickeringii?
Pickeringii Pittosporum
What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum pickeringii?
It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas
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
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684636-1: Based on the initial data import