Botanical name:

Scandia rosifolia

Common name(s):

Native angelica, koheriki

About:

An attractive and eye-catching plant that can grow to a height of approximately 1m, featuring pinnately divided leaves that are glossy and dark green in colour. In the spring months, it produces small, fluffy heads of delicate white flowers that are quite reminiscent of the flowers found on fennel plants. This species is typically found in coastal regions and lowland areas of the North Island, extending its presence as far as Taranaki and Napier. It thrives in sunny locations or light shade, provided that the soil is well-drained to support its growth effectively.

Natural habitat:

Coastal to subalpine (0-1400m). Usually on cliff faces, clay banks or amongst boulders, often found along cliffs lining river gorges, more rarely in scrub.

Growing environment:

Clay, Sun, Shade, Coastal & Free draining tolerant.

Endemic distribution:

New Zealand’s North Island, from the Three Kings south to Taranaki in the west and the southern Ruahine Ranges in the east.

Height: 1m

Flowering: 

September – June with a white coloured flower/s 

Fruiting:

November - August

Uses:

Bird food / Attractant, Bee food & Containers

How to grow:

Easily grown from fresh seed and semi-hardwood cuttings. This is a beautiful small shrub for a sunny situation. Plants can tolerate a range of conditions but flourish best in free draining, fertile soils. Makes and excellent pot or container plant. The leathery leaves are rather strongly flavoured but make an interested addition to a summer salad if eaten before they are fully mature.

** Seed germinates without pre treatment. Sow seed direct & keep moist until germination is complete.