Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
sinuatum
ID:
488606

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ksu

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 161 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487938



Common Names

  • Sinuatum Pittosporum
  • Karo
  • Tawhiwhi


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Synonyms

  • Pittosporum galai K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Pittosporum chelidospermum Blume [unknown]
  • Pittosporum brassii Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]
  • Pittosporum quinquevalvatum Warb. [unknown]
  • Pittosporum novoguineense Miq. [unknown]

Description

Pittosporum sinuatum (also called 'Wavy Kohuhu' and 'Wavy 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 sinuatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pittosporum sinuatum var. efuniculare Steenis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum sinuatum has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are followed by small, round, orange-brown seed capsules. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum sinuatum is a small evergreen tree or shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pittosporum sinuatum

Pittosporum sinuatum is native to Australia.

Pittosporum sinuatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum sinuatum?

Pittosporum sinuatum

What is the common name of Pittosporum sinuatum?

Wavy-leaved pittosporum

What are the growing requirements of Pittosporum sinuatum?

Pittosporum sinuatum prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

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,