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Myrsine australis.
A colourful native small tree. Dense bushy habit, reddish stems and rich green leaves with an undulating edge. Black fruits will encourage native birds. Grows quickly. Great as a speciemen or background shrub. Hardy. Avoid very heavy frost when young. Occurs throughout New Zealand in lowland to montane forests, especially around forest margins.
Genus
Myrsine
Species
australis.
Cultivar
Common name
Matipou
Family name
Myrsinaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
4 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Ev.
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Grows in sun or semi-shade / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Indigenous / Magnificent / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture
Trees
Category
Small 4.5 to 9 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a PB 5 container.
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