Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
nubicola
ID:
488542

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schodde

Source:
ksu

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Blumea 15: 411 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487874

Common Names

  • Nubicola Pittosporum
  • Karo Pittosporum
  • Karo-Karo

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Description

Pittosporum nubicola (also called 'Nubicola', 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 nubicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pittosporum nubicola is white, with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum nubicola 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 nubicola

Pittosporum nubicola can be found in New Zealand.

Pittosporum nubicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum nubicola?

Pittosporum nubicola

What is the common name of Pittosporum nubicola?

Nubicola Pittosporum

What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum nubicola?

It is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas

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,