Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
macrophyllum
ID:
481823

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. & Lauterb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee : 338 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481155

Common Names

  • Macrophyllum Pittosporum
  • Macrophyllum Mock Orange
  • Macrophyllum

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Description

Pittosporum macrophyllum (also called large-leaved pittosporum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pittosporaceae. It is native to the mountains of New Zealand, growing at altitudes of 1,500–3,000 m. It typically grows in rocky areas, on ridges and slopes, and in pine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pittosporum macrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittosporum macrophyllum is a small, white, five-petalled star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum macrophyllum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Pittosporum macrophyllum

Pittosporum macrophyllum is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in scrub and shrubland.

Pittosporum macrophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum macrophyllum?

Pittosporum macrophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum macrophyllum?

Woodlands and scrublands of New Zealand

What is the average height of Pittosporum macrophyllum?

2-4 meters

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684555-1: Based on the initial data import