Pittosporum purpureum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpureum
ID:
488490
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.St.John
Source:
ksu
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 31: 201 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487822
Common Names
- Purple Pittosporum
- Purple Mock Orange
- Purple Orange
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pittosporum purpureum (also called Purple Pittosporum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Zealand. It grows up to 2 m tall and has small, ovate leaves. It is found in humid forests, in the shade of trees, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pittosporum purpureum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pittosporum purpureum is a deep purple color. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum purpureum is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant that grows to a height of 8-12 inches. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring and the divisions can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Pittosporum purpureum
Pittosporum purpureum is native to New Zealand.
Pittosporum purpureum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum purpureum?
Pittosporum purpureum
What type of plant is Pittosporum purpureum?
Evergreen shrub
Where does Pittosporum purpureum grow?
Native to New Zealand
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
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684653-1: Based on the initial data import