Seed Availability

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Description

Medium sized tree to 50-60ft.

Hardiness

Hardy to the upper 20's (F).

Growing Environment

Grow in full sun.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

This tree was an important timber tree in New Zealand, with highly durable wood. It also has a variety of medicinal uses which the Maori employed. The flowers are full of nectar and extremely popular with birds, as are the fruits. Fruits have a poor flavor and are generally not eaten by humans.

Native Range

Native to the North island of New Zealand.

Related Species

Verbenaceae
	Duranta repens Pigeon Berry		Vitex lucens Puriri