Pittosporum revolutum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revolutum
ID:
1095409
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dryand.
Source:
tro
Year:
1811
Citation Micro:
Hortus Kewensis 2 1811
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001094747
Common Names
- Revolute Pittosporum
- Willow Pittosporum
- Willow-leaved Pittosporum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pittosporum revolutum (also called Revolute pittosporum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It grows up to 4 m tall and has glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Pittosporum revolutum is used as an ornamental plant and for hedging. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pittosporum revolutum are small, white, and borne in short, dense clusters. The seeds are tiny, round and black. The seedlings are small, with round, fleshy leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum revolutum 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 revolutum
Pittosporum revolutum can be found in the temperate forests of 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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-25100203: Based on the initial data import
Jonas Carlsson Dryander (1748-1810): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dryand.' in the authors string.