Cape Cheesewood (Pittosporum viridiflorum)
Pittosporum viridiflorum, Cape Cheesewood, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Southern Africa, known for fragrant flowers and glossy foliage.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Tolerates light frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed during growing season.
Use balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-6 m
Spread
2-4 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderApiales
- familyPittosporaceae
- genusPittosporum
- speciesPittosporum viridiflorum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No