Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
echinatum
ID:
487007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. & Gris

Source:
ksu

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 11: 189 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000486339

Common Names

  • Echinatum Pittosporum
  • Dzumacense Pittosporum
  • Pittosporum Pittosporum

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Description

Pittosporum echinatum (also called Kiwi vine, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to New Zealand. It typically grows to a height of 5-7 meters and has dark green, leathery leaves with a wavy margin. It is found in montane forests and scrublands, often in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum echinatum is used as an ornamental plant, as a spice, and as an ingredient in traditional medicine. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum echinatum flowers are white with a yellow center and have a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum echinatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Pittosporum echinatum

Pittosporum echinatum can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Pittosporum echinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum echinatum?

Pittosporum echinatum

What is the common name of Pittosporum echinatum?

Pittosporum

What is the family of Pittosporum echinatum?

Pittosporaceae

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

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684447-1: Based on the initial data import