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Tawhiwhi (Pittosporum tenuifolium)

Tawhiwhi (Pittosporum tenuifolium) is a striking evergreen shrub native to New Zealand, known for its glossy dark leaves and fragrant flowers.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates full sun and shade.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C), avoid frost.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed during growing season (spring/summer) every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

2 to 5 meters

Spread

1 to 2 meters

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Purple, Silver

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

Small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Pittosporum enderi Regel
Pittosporum fasciculatum Hook.f.
Pittosporum mayi Cazzuola
Pittosporum nigricans McMinn & Maino
Pittosporum translucens Hook. ex Putt.
Schoutensia monophylla Endl.
Trichilia monophylla A.Rich.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderApiales
  • familyPittosporaceae
  • genusPittosporum
  • speciesPittosporum tenuifolium
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic

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