Also known as Chinese Pittosporum · Eastern Pittosporum · Ornamental Pittosporum
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate full sun if not too intense.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer diluted in spring and summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Monitor soil moisture, especially in containers, to avoid over or under-watering.
Prune Pittosporum heterophyllum in late spring or early summer after flowering to shape the plant and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done anytime to maintain desired size and form.
Avoid heavy pruning late in the season.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm environment with good humidity until they root, which may take several weeks.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years, and mature plants every 3-4 years, or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring before new growth begins.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Photos of Pittosporum Heterophyllum (Pittosporum heterophyllum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
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