Auranticarpa rhombifolia

RHS Plant Profile
diamond leaf pittosporum

Other common names

Queensland pittosporum

Synonyms

Pittosporum rhombifolium

Trees

A small to medium evergreen tree, 13–30m high with a narrow canopy, almost smooth throughout. Diamond-shaped, alternate, toothed dark green leaves are presented in uneven patterns at the top half of the leaf and untoothed closer to the stem. The bark is grey, irregular, not smooth and almost corky. Clusters of bell-shaped, fragrant white flowers appear in summer followed by bright orange berries which contain glossy and sticky black seeds

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

Higher than 12 metres

Max Spread

2.5-4 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
2.5-4 metres
Max Height
Higher than 12 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H3

Colour & Scent

Fragrance Flower
Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Pittosporaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Columnar upright
Genus
Name Status
Correct

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun for a significant display of orange fruit

Propagation

Propagate by seed which germinates readily without treatment. Seedlings may be slow growing for the first few years. Semi-hardwood cuttings are also successful

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Low Maintenance

Pruning

Pruning group 1 - tolerates hard pruning

Pests

Generally pest-free, but may be susceptible to scale insects

Diseases

May be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildews