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Pittosporum balansae, commonly known as the Chinese pittosporum, is a small tree native to the regions of China South-Central, Southeast, Hainan, Myanmar, and Vietnam. Pittosporum balansae (Latin: Pittosporum balansae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Pittosporum balansae is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Pittosporum balansae is a member native to CHC, CHS, CHH, MYA, and VIE. Pittosporum balansae thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist but well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Pittosporum balansae grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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