Coprosma lucida
(Shining Karamu)
Coprosma lucida
(Shining Karamu)
Prices:
| Each | 20 or more | |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5L Pot | $9.50 | $9.00 |
Details:
| Foliage Colour: | Green |
| Growth Rate: | Medium |
| Mature Height: | 4 m |
| Mature Width: | 2 m |
| Site Condition: | Coastal, Exposed, Frost Tolerant, Heavy Soil, Sandy Soil |
| Sun: | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Drainage: | Dry, Moist |
| Category: | Shrub |
| Features: | Suitable for hedging or shelter. Attractive to birds, insects and bees. Flower colour: White. Fruit colour: Red. Native. Suitable restoration species. |
Coprosma lucida is endemic and commonly known as shining karamu. It is a small tree that is ideal for coastal projects. It can survive in many climates, but is most commonly found in coastal areas, lowland forests, or shrublands. It performs best where it can derive sufficient moisture and some shade, although it is tolerant of challenging locations such as coastal shrubland. Its wide, bright green leaves are thick, smooth, and shiny.
As with other Coprosma species, their berries are ideal for attracting birds, especially bellbirds, tuis and waxeye.
Habitat: Coastal and lowland forests or shrublands.
Flowering: Spring [August - December]
Fruiting: Summer [January - March]
