Pittosporum tobira

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.

Similar plants:

• Pittosporum angustifolium, Pittosporum phillyraeoides (Willow Pittosporum, Butterbush, Native Apricot)
• Pittosporum crassifolium (Stiffleaf Cheesewood, Karo)
• Pittosporum daphniphylloides (Pittosporum)
• Pittosporum heterophyllum (Pittosporum)
• Pittosporum hosmeri, Pittosporum amplectens (Kona Cheesewood, Hoawa)
• Pittosporum moluccanum, Pittosporum timorense (Pittosporum)
• Pittosporum pentandrum (Taiwanese Cheesewood)
• Pittosporum ramiflorum (Pittosporum)
• Pittosporum rhombifolium (Diamond Pittosporum )
• Pittosporum sp. (Pittosporum)