Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange)

Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) bright green leaves on a healthy shrub, close up.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) showing cluster of new light green foliage at the stem tip.

Botanical name: Pittosporum tobira

Common names: Japanese Mockorange, Japanese Pittosporum, Tobira

Family: Pittosporaceae

Origin: China, Formosa, Japan

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Large bush or small tree; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

In general the Japanese pittosporum grows taller in the shade while those grown in full sun are more compact. The leathery leaves are glossy on the top with undersides that are lighter and have a dull surface. These very ornamental leaves reach a length of from 1-5 in and up to 1 in wide with edges that recurve (curl down and inward).The small flowers are about 0.5" in diameter and are held in clusters at the branch tips. They are pure white when they emerge from the bud and slowly age to a mellow creamy yellow. This plant is very adaptable and will grow in most soils except for those that are constantly wet. Moderate moisture is required for fastest growth and best looks. Established plants are able to survive long periods of drought but will look the worse for wear - will recover when adequate moisture is obtained. Propagation: By cuttings and seeds.

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Image gallery: 24 images
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) green and white leaves plant in a close up photo.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) showing glossy green foliage with irregular white margins on the leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) white flower cluster close up with yellow center petals.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) flower cluster with soft white petals nestled among thick green leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) green and white variegated plant leaves in a close up
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) showing smooth oval leaves with distinctive white edges against green foliage
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with red fruit on green leaves close up branch
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) branch with split seed pods revealing sticky red fruit
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) yellow white flower cluster close up on green leathery leaves
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) cluster of white and yellow flowers with deep green foliage leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) green and white leaves with yellow flowers close up
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with yellow flowers nestled among green leaves with white edges.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) plant with small creamy white flowers and dark green foliage.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) covered in small creamy white flower clusters among thick green leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) yellow flower clusters close up surrounded by dark green leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) clusters of yellow flower blooms nestled among smooth dark green leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) red fruit with green leaves on a plant close up
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) clusters of red fruit nestled among smooth green oval leaves
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) beige fruit and red seeds on green leaves, close up.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with split seed pods revealing sticky red seeds and beige husks.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) red seeds within open brown pods on green leaved plant
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) clusters of open brown pods holding round red seeds among foliage.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with white flower clusters and thick green leaves on tree
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) tree with numerous small white flower clusters and green leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) white flowers nestled among thick dark green oval shaped leaves
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with clusters of white flowers nestled among thick dark green leaves
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) red seeds within open white capsules, close up plant view.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) red seeds spilling from open white capsules on thick green leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) white yellow flower clusters close up on green shiny leaves
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with clusters of white and yellow flowers among thick green leaves
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with small cream yellow flower clusters and dark green leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) showing dense clusters of pale yellow flower heads amongst thick foliage.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) glossy green leaves plant with small white flower clusters close up
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with rounded glossy green leaves and small white flower clusters visible
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) yellow flower clusters nestled among dense, glossy green leaves close up.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) clusters of small yellow flowers surrounded by thick evergreen foliage.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) green plant with white flowers in a rustic stone pot
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with green leaves and white flowers in a stone container
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) white cream flower and variegated green leaves close up
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) white flower buds nestled among variegated green and cream foliage.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with variegated green white leaves and small cream white flower
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with distinct variegated foliage and clusters of creamy white star shaped flower
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) green and white leaves on a shrub close up.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) small white flowers nestled among variegated green and white leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) green and white leaves with small creamy flower close up.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) with small creamy flowers nestled among variegated green and white leaves.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) creamy white flower with variegated green and white leaves, close up.
Pittosporum tobira (Japanese Mockorange) white flowers emerging amongst green and white variegated oval leaf foliage.


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