Status:
valid
Authors:
Schodde
Source:
ksu
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot., Suppl. Ser. 3: 22 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487842
Common Names
- Praedictum Pittosporum
- Karo Pittosporum
- Karo-Karo
Description
Mollinedia viridiflora (also called 'Green-Flowered Mollinedia', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist lowland forests. It has glossy, dark green leaves, and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pittosporum praedictum is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pittosporum praedictum are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum praedictum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pittosporum praedictum
Pittosporum praedictum is native to New Zealand.
Pittosporum praedictum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum praedictum?
Pittosporum praedictum
What is the common name of Pittosporum praedictum?
Praedictum
What is the natural habitat of Pittosporum praedictum?
It is native to New Caledonia and is found in rainforests and humid forests.
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,