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Gumbi Gumbi
Pittosporum angustifolium
Extremely rare species of Pittosporum. This drought hardy tree can grow to 12 metres, is of weeping appearance with long and slender leaves to 10cm. The fruit changes from green to yellow/orange when ripe splits open with red sticky seeds. An ancient na... Read Moretive bush medicine, an infusion of the seeds, fruit pulp, leaves or wood was injested for the relief of pain and cramps. Decoction of the fruits was drunk and applied for eczema. Bush medicine, for colds, cramps, itching. Gum can be extracted from damaged branches. Seeds can be ground for flour. It is wise to be careful when harvesting Gumby Gumby leaves as some of the varieties are toxic and only a few have a good, aromatic taste and are beneficial. They thrive in good soil and like plenty of water. They will survive in most soil types.
$18.75
Aramex Free Freight
Preferred Climate Cool Temperate, Warm Temperate
Grown From Seedling
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) +10m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)
Can it Handle Frosts? Yes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)