tāwhiri karo
Pittosporum cornifolium | tāwhiri karo
This slow-growing yet interesting native can be an epiphyte in large trees in the wild or a shrub. Its fine, small, leathery leaves grow in whorls around the branches. In spring, red flower buds open to reveal small, fragrant, yellow flowers. The foliage starts light green, maturing to dark glossy green. This evergreen is a great addition to mixed plantings, woodland gardens, native plantings, or riparian areas.
typical habitat.
coastal forest
lowland forest
open rocky places
drainage.
well drained
moist
sun.
full sun
partial shade
mature specifications.
height | 2m
width | 1m
pollinators calendar.
flowering | June to September
fruiting | Throughout the year but especially between May - August
did you know?
These plants naturally grow as epiphytes on large pūriri and rātā trees.