A rare tree of lowland forest and scrub throughout New Zealand.

Pseudopanax ferox is similar to Pseudopanax crassifolium, but is slower growing and has more coarsely serrated leaves, which have a mottled brown colouring.

Has a juvenile stage and a very different adult stage.

Makes a dramatic feature plant.

• H 4m x W 2m
• Sun or shade
• Hardy.
• Provides food for native birds