Status:
valid
Authors:
Tirel & Veillon
Source:
ksu
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 24: 165 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487956
Common Names
- Sessilifolium Pittosporum
- Karo
- Tawhiwhi
Description
Pittosporum sessilifolium (also called 'Sessilifolium', 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 sessilifolium 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
Pittosporum sessilifolium has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are followed by small, round, orange-brown seed capsules. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pittosporum sessilifolium 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 sessilifolium
Pittosporum sessilifolium is native to New Zealand.
Pittosporum sessilifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum sessilifolium?
Pittosporum sessilifolium
What is the common name of Pittosporum sessilifolium?
Sessile-leaved pittosporum
What are the growing requirements of Pittosporum sessilifolium?
Pittosporum sessilifolium prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
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
Jean-Marie Veillon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veillon' in the authors string.