Botanical name:

Coprosma crassifolia

Common name(s):

About:

A shrub characterised by its wide-angled reddish branches displays a unique appearance, complemented by pairs of small thick round or oval glossy leaves that reveal a striking white underside. The twigs of this shrub are adorned with small hairs, especially noticeable towards the tip. The leaves themselves measure approximately 6-10mm in length, featuring very tiny hairs that line the margins, adding to their distinctive texture and overall appeal.

Natural habitat:

Coastal rocky and sandy lowland to lower montane shrub-land and forest, up to 600m.

Growing environment:

Sun, Wind, Coastal, Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

North and South Islands. Often east of main ranges in both islands except in Northland where it's found anywhere with a suitable habitat.

Height: 4m

Flowering:

September-October with a green coloured flower/s

Fruiting:

November – June with yellowish or white fruit.

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food, Riparian plantings & Pioneer Plantings

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed or soft wood cuttings.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. 4 weeks cold stratification will help speed this up though