Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
spinescens
ID:
488611

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) L.W.Cayzer, Crisp & I.Telford

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 13: 865 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487943

Common Names

  • Spinescens Pittosporum
  • Karo
  • Tawhiwhi

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Synonyms

  • Citriobatus javanicus Boerl. & Koord. [unknown]
  • Citriobatus megacarpus F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Citriobatus spinescens (F.Muell.) Druce [unknown]
  • Ixiosporum spinescens F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Pittosporum spinescens (also called 'Spiny Kohuhu' and 'Spiny 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 spinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pittosporum spinescens 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pittosporum spinescens 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 spinescens

Pittosporum spinescens is native to New Zealand.

Pittosporum spinescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pittosporum spinescens?

Pittosporum spinescens

What is the common name of Pittosporum spinescens?

Spiny-leaved pittosporum

What are the growing requirements of Pittosporum spinescens?

Pittosporum spinescens 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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Ian R.H. Telford (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Telford' in the authors string.
Lindy W. Cayzer (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Cayzer' in the authors string.