Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
tobira
ID:
488626

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Aiton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Hortus Kew. 2: 27 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487958



Common Names

  • Tobira Pittosporum
  • Karo
  • Tawhiwhi


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Synonyms

  • Pittosporum chinense Donn [unknown]
  • Euonymus tobira Thunb. [unknown]
  • Pittosporum tobira tobira [unknown]
  • Pittosporum tobira chinense S.Kobayashi [unknown]

Description

Pittosporum tobira (also called 'Tobira', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with bright green, glossy leaves. It is native to Japan and is found in woodland areas. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum tobira is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pittosporum tobira var. calvescens Ohwi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum tobira 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 tobira 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 tobira

Pittosporum tobira is native to Japan.

Pittosporum tobira FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum tobira?

Pittosporum tobira

What is the common name of Pittosporum tobira?

Tobira pittosporum

What are the growing requirements of Pittosporum tobira?

Pittosporum tobira 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,

References