6,331 observationsLeast Concern
Karo
Pittosporum crassifolium
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Apiales ›Family: Pittosporaceae ›Genus: Pittosporum
About
Pittosporum crassifolium, commonly called Karo, is a small tree or shrub native to New Zealand. Karo's original distribution was generally the top half of the North Island, although now it has naturalised throughout New Zealand and overseas in Norfolk Island and Hawaii. P. crassifolium occurs in lowland and coastal forests. Mature trees grow to about 5 metres (16 ft) in height. Other common names include stiffleaf cheesewood, and in Māori, kaikaro and kīhihi.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Karo is Pittosporum crassifolium.
- The Karo has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Karo belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Karo belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Karo belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
- Karo belongs to the order Apiales.
- Karo belongs to the family Pittosporaceae.
- Karo belongs to the genus Pittosporum.