Lemonwood (Pittosporum eugenioides)
Also known as: Lemonwood tree
Pittosporum eugenioides, also known as lemonwood, is an evergreen tree native to New Zealand. Its yellow-green leaves have a strong lemony aroma when crushed, and its yellow blossoms are very fragrant.
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Attributes of Lemonwood
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
12 m
Spread
5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Green
Images of Lemonwood
Quickly Identify Lemonwood
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Evergreen reaching 25 feet (7.6 meters) tall with glossy lanceolate leaves.
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Distinct wavy-edged leaves with noticeable pale midribs.
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Clusters of honey-scented yellow flowers in branched inflorescence.
Scientific Classification of Lemonwood
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Apiales
Family
Cheesewood
Genus
Cheesewoods
Species
Lemonwood
