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Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established but performs best with consistent moisture.
Also known as Cape Pittosporum · Cheesewood · Iyoyi
Pittosporum viridiflorum, Cape Cheesewood, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Southern Africa, known for fragrant flowers and glossy foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
60% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures.
70% intensity
Tolerates light frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed during growing season.
50% intensity
Use balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established but performs best with consistent moisture.
Prune to shape and maintain desired size, typically after flowering. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches to encourage healthy growth and airflow. Light pruning can be done anytime.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings root well in a moist, well-draining medium.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cape Cheesewood (Pittosporum viridiflorum)
Where Cape Cheesewood (Pittosporum viridiflorum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Pittosporaceae |
| Genus | Pittosporum |
| Species | Pittosporum viridiflorum |
Similar in genus Pittosporum
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