Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
xanthanthum
ID:
488584

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 132 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487916



Common Names

  • Xanthanthum Pittosporum
  • Karo
  • Tawhiwhi


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Synonyms

  • Pittosporum mouanum Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Pittosporum paitense Guillaumin [unknown]

Description

Pittosporum xanthanthum (also called 'Yellow-flowered Kohuhu' and 'Yellow-flowered 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 xanthanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum xanthanthum has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum xanthanthum 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 xanthanthum

Pittosporum xanthanthum can be found in subtropical and tropical regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Pittosporum xanthanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum xanthanthum?

Pittosporum xanthanthum

What type of plant is Pittosporum xanthanthum?

It is a shrub

What is the habitat of Pittosporum xanthanthum?

It is found in dry forests and scrublands

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,