Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
arborea
ID:
925175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linds.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Contr. New Zealand Bot. : 84 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000924510



Common Names

  • Tree Coriaria
  • Tree Tutu
  • Tutu


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Description

Coriaria arborea (also called New Zealand holly, among many other common names) is a large shrub native to New Zealand. It has large, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Coriaria arborea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coriaria arborea var. arborea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coriaria arborea has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coriaria arborea is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Coriaria arborea

Coriaria arborea is native to Southeast Asia.

Species in the Coriaria genus

References