Pittosporum phillyreoides
Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum
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Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum phillyreoides) - Description
Pittosporum (/pɪˈtɒspɵrəm/ or /ˌpɪtɵˈspɔərəm/) is a genus of about 200 species of flowering plants in the family Pittosporaceae. The genus is probably Gondwanan in origin; its present range extends from Australasia, Oceania, eastern Asia and some parts of Africa. Citriobatus is usually included here, but might be a distinct (though closely related) genus.
Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum phillyreoides) - Blooming
Blooms bell-shaped flowers followed by brown or yellow, spherical capsules. The capsules of some species will split open to reveal often sticky seeds in colors such as red, black, and orange. Species with purple leaves will color the best if grown in full sun.
Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum phillyreoides) - Growth
Evergreen trees and shrubs. Pittosporums grows well anywhere from full sun to half shade. In sites with warm climates, tree species work well in a lawn and the shrubs make good hedges and borders.
Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum phillyreoides) - Planting
Sow seed as soon as ripe, or in a cold frame in the spring. Semi-ripe cuttings may be taken in summer.
Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum phillyreoides) - Pest
Aphids, root knot nematode, scale insects, and mealybugs. Pittosporum is also susceptible to dieback, galls, cankers, and leaf spots.
Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum phillyreoides) - Interesting facts
The leaves of P. eugenioides produce a lemon scent when crushed.
Narrow-Leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum phillyreoides) - Soil and irrigation
In containers, plant in mineral soil. Outdoors, grow in fertile, well-drained soil. Water moderately during the growing season, sparingly in winter.
