Pittosporum perahuense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perahuense
ID:
488555
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.St.John
Source:
ksu
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 31: 199 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487887
Common Names
- Perahuense Pittosporum
- Karo Pittosporum
- Karo-Karo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pittosporum perahuense (also called 'Perahue' and 'Perahu', 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 perahuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pittosporum perahuense has white flowers with yellow centres, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum perahuense 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 perahuense
Pittosporum perahuense is native to Peru and can be found in dry, open areas.
Pittosporum perahuense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum perahuense?
Pittosporum perahuense
What is the common name of Pittosporum perahuense?
Perahuense Pittosporum
What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum perahuense?
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,
References
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684630-1: Based on the initial data import