Botanical Name: Pittosporum rhombifolium
Common Name: Queensland pittosporum, Diamond pittosporum Type of Plant: dicot: tree/shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape an erect, mostly single-trunked tree, with ascending and spreading branches forming an oval-pyramidal canopy Height 15-30'(50') Spread 1/2-2/3 Growth Rate slow-moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full or partial sun Soil prefers well-draining soils of neutral pH Hardiness some frost(zones 12-24);hardier than Pittosporum undulatum Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate (often whorled at branch tips) oval-rhomboid or lanceolate; 2-4" long, acuminate, coarsely toothed Flowers white, numerous, small (1/4" diameter); in terminal clusters; spring Fruit a round, bright orange-yellow capsule; ripens fall/winter Propagation: seed Usage: a small accent tree for its form, foliage, and fruit; patio tree, lawn or street tree; container plant Landscape Care: Watering regular preferred; plant is drought-tolerant after established Fertilizing balanced in spring, plus iron to correct chlorosis Pruning as a tree, head high and keep canopy full Pests/Diseases aphids, sooty mold, scale Special Conditions/Other Origin: Australia Family: Pittosporaceae Notes: |
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