Mazhar Botanic Garden

Hymenosporum flavum L.

Queensland frangipani

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000090
Common name: Queensland frangipani
Arabic name: هايمينوسبورم
Native: Queensland
Country: Queensland
(PGR): Cultivated plant

Evergreen tree to 8-20  m tall leaves  dark glossy green , oval flowers cream ageing to yellow, scented fruit capsules somewhat flattened, about 30-10 x 25-30 mm, with numerous seeds stacked one above the other in each cell

•ornamental tree. The flowers attract bees and honey-eating birds and butterflies. A fantastic feature tree for any garden. Can also be used in parks and gardens. Great planted at front entrances for its lovely scent. Fragrant oils, Street tree, Erosion control, Fast growing, Playground friendly.

Pittosporum  flavum  Hook

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Texture: Organic
Drainage: Well drained
Water Sources: Medium Water
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Seed, Softwood cutting, Semi hardwood cutting.
Flowering time: Late spring
Zone: 9 : 11
Status: Common
Life span: Perennial
Habits: Tree
Sample Type: Introduced - cultivated
Plant Uses: Oil Ornamental
Plant Populations density: Cultivated
Vegetation types: Evergreen
pH: Mild acid
Located in: Herbarium Yard

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