Macropiper excelsum - Kawakawa, Pepper Tree
Kawakawa is a dense shrub commonly found in shady areas and forests throughout the North Island, extending as far south as Banks Peninsula in the South Island. It grows to around 2- 6 meters in height and is known for its heart-shaped leaves with prominent veining. The leaves are medium to dark green, turning lighter in more open situations.
The male and female flowers are tiny and grow on separate spikes, with the female plant producing orange berries that resemble “candles.” These berries are ornamental and contribute to the plant’s aesthetic value. Although it is a great plant for shady areas, the leaves are often attacked by a caterpillar, which might be a concern for some gardeners.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, Sun, Shade, Salt, Coastal, and Free draining soils
• Endemic Distribution: Found throughout New Zealand, from Te Paki south to Okarito, North Canterbury, and Banks Peninsula
Specifications:
• Height: 6 meters
• Flowering: August - November (tiny, no discernible flowers)
• Fruiting: Throughout the year with yellow/orange fruit
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food/attractant
• Forests
• Pioneer plantings
• Medicinal
Kawakawa is an excellent option for shady garden spaces and a natural choice for forest environments or pioneer plantings, as well as a valuable plant for its medicinal and bird-attracting properties.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $8 each | 9 for $60
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $15 each | 5 for $60
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $32 each | 4 for $100
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Kawakawa is a dense shrub commonly found in shady areas and forests throughout the North Island, extending as far south as Banks Peninsula in the South Island. It grows to around 2- 6 meters in height and is known for its heart-shaped leaves with prominent veining. The leaves are medium to dark green, turning lighter in more open situations.
The male and female flowers are tiny and grow on separate spikes, with the female plant producing orange berries that resemble “candles.” These berries are ornamental and contribute to the plant’s aesthetic value. Although it is a great plant for shady areas, the leaves are often attacked by a caterpillar, which might be a concern for some gardeners.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, Sun, Shade, Salt, Coastal, and Free draining soils
• Endemic Distribution: Found throughout New Zealand, from Te Paki south to Okarito, North Canterbury, and Banks Peninsula
Specifications:
• Height: 6 meters
• Flowering: August - November (tiny, no discernible flowers)
• Fruiting: Throughout the year with yellow/orange fruit
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food/attractant
• Forests
• Pioneer plantings
• Medicinal
Kawakawa is an excellent option for shady garden spaces and a natural choice for forest environments or pioneer plantings, as well as a valuable plant for its medicinal and bird-attracting properties.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $8 each | 9 for $60
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $15 each | 5 for $60
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $32 each | 4 for $100
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”
Kawakawa is a dense shrub commonly found in shady areas and forests throughout the North Island, extending as far south as Banks Peninsula in the South Island. It grows to around 2- 6 meters in height and is known for its heart-shaped leaves with prominent veining. The leaves are medium to dark green, turning lighter in more open situations.
The male and female flowers are tiny and grow on separate spikes, with the female plant producing orange berries that resemble “candles.” These berries are ornamental and contribute to the plant’s aesthetic value. Although it is a great plant for shady areas, the leaves are often attacked by a caterpillar, which might be a concern for some gardeners.
Growing Conditions:
• Tolerances: Frost, Sun, Shade, Salt, Coastal, and Free draining soils
• Endemic Distribution: Found throughout New Zealand, from Te Paki south to Okarito, North Canterbury, and Banks Peninsula
Specifications:
• Height: 6 meters
• Flowering: August - November (tiny, no discernible flowers)
• Fruiting: Throughout the year with yellow/orange fruit
Ideal Uses:
• Bird food/attractant
• Forests
• Pioneer plantings
• Medicinal
Kawakawa is an excellent option for shady garden spaces and a natural choice for forest environments or pioneer plantings, as well as a valuable plant for its medicinal and bird-attracting properties.
Approximate product size & price:
• PB3/4 (5cm – 20cm, 350ml): $8 each | 9 for $60
• PB3 (20cm – 70cm, 1.5L): $15 each | 5 for $60
• PB8 (50cm+, 3.5L): $32 each | 4 for $100
More than happy to mix and match bulk pricing with plants of the same price range.
Timeframe:
We ship Monday – Wednesday for South Island customers and Monday/Tuesday for Rural and North Island customers. Orders placed outside these days will be fulfilled the following week.
Local pick ups and/or deliveries will be made by arrangement.
Need a custom shipping quote? If the set pricing seems a bit steep, get in touch with us at Nelson Natives, and we’ll see what we can do.
“We’ll donate $1 per plant sold to national conservation efforts, helping to protect and restore New Zealand’s natural heritage”