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Waianae Range cheesewood

Scientific Name: Pittosporum flocculosum

Family: Pittosporaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

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Waianae Range Cheesewood

The Waianae Range Cheesewood, scientifically known as Pittosporum flocculosum, is a tree native to the Hawaiian Islands.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Pittosporum flocculosum (Hillebr.) Sherff
  • Family: Pittosporaceae
  • Rank: Species
  • Nomenclature Reference: Amer. J. Bot. xxviii. 23 (1941)
  • Accepted Symbol: PIFL4

Common Names

  • Waianae Range Cheesewood

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Waianae Range Cheesewood is found in Oceania, specifically within the Waianae Range on the island of O'ahu, Hawaii.
  • The Waianae Range is described as the eroded remains of an ancient shield volcano.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • This plant is a perennial tree.

Ecological Role

  • Recommended for use with Preen Weed Control Landscape Fabric, suggesting a need for weed control in its vicinity.

Further Information

  • Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Pittosporum flocculosum.
  • MyTreeDB is referenced as a source.