ON THIS PLANT
Pittosporum tanianum is a species of plant in the Pittosporaceae family. It is endemic to New Caledonia. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
A note from PlantMom
Pittosporum tanianum shows strong resistance to disease and is typically not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding maintenance, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Pittosporum tanianum is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive gardening experience.
— PlantMom
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Pittosporum
- Family
- Pittosporaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-11
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