This coprosma is found in forest and scrub throughout New Zealand.

It is like Coprosma repens but the leathery leaves are less glossy.

Karamu produces masses of orange berries in late Summer.

A fast growing colonising shrub used for revegetation projects.

• H 2m - 4m x W 1m
• Full sun or semi-shade
• Tolerates damp soils
• Very hardy
• Provides food for native birds

Plants ecosourced from the Waitakere, Tamaki and Rodney Ecological Districts.