Status:
valid
Authors:
Montrouz.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Lyon, Sect. Sci. , sér. 2, 10: 178 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487937
Common Names
- Simsonii Pittosporum
- Karo
- Tawhiwhi
Synonyms
- Pittosporum suberosum Pancher ex Schltr. [unknown]
- Pittosporum turbinatum Brongn. & Gris [unknown]
Description
Pittosporum simsonii (also called 'Simson's Kohuhu' and 'Simson's Kohu-hu', 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 simsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pittosporum simsonii 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 simsonii 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 simsonii
Pittosporum simsonii is native to New Zealand.
Pittosporum simsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pittosporum simsonii?
Pittosporum simsonii
What is the common name of Pittosporum simsonii?
Simson's pittosporum
What are the growing requirements of Pittosporum simsonii?
Pittosporum simsonii 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,