Pittosporum rhombifolium
A. Cunn. ex Hook.
Queensland pittosporum, Diamond leaf pittosporum
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Description
A large evergreen tree. It grows 10 m high. The bark is greyish-brown. The leaves are glossy green. The leaves taper to the tip and base. The leaf stalk is 1 cm long. There are irregular teeth along the edge. The flowers are white or cream and in clusters at the ends of the branches. They are 1 cm long. The fruit are bright berries. The fruit is edible.
Edible Uses
A very popular ornamental tree. It needs a well-drained soil. Full sun is required for a significant display of orange fruit.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are eaten but slightly bitter.
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Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Australia, East Africa, Zimbabwe,
References (2)
- Dharani, N., 2002, Field Guide to common Trees & Shrubs of East Africa. Struik. p 146
- Icon. Pl. 7: t. 621. 1844
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