Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
anamallayense
ID:
488101

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.P.Nayar & G.S.Giri

Source:
ksu

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Fasc. Fl. India 6: 4 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487433

Common Names

  • Pittosporum anamallayense
  • Anamallay pittosporum
  • Anamallay cheesewood

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Description

Pittosporum anamallayense (also called Anamallayense, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to New Zealand, Australia, and New Caledonia. It typically grows to a height of 3-5 m and has a rounded crown with dark green, glossy leaves. Its flowers are white or cream-colored and have a sweet scent. It is found in a variety of habitats, including coastal areas, forests, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum anamallayense is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pittosporum anamallayense are small, white, and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum anamallayense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pittosporum anamallayense

Pittosporum anamallayense can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Pittosporum anamallayense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum anamallayense?

Pittosporum anamallayense

What type of plant is Pittosporum anamallayense?

A shrub

Where is Pittosporum anamallayense native to?

India

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

Girija Sankar Giri (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Giri' in the authors string.
Madhavan Parameswaran Nayar (1932-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.P.Nayar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684366-1: Based on the initial data import