Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Pittosporaceae

Genus:

Pittosporum

Species:

Pittosporum argentifolium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained coastal soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to coastal areas, tolerates salt spray