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Very similar in form to Pseudopanax crassifolium. The juvenile form of this Pseudopanax has a single thin stem which grows long slender pale grey brown leaves that have distinctive saw like teeth along the edges. After 10-15 years the tree reaches maturity at which stage the leaf form becomes shorter, wider and dark green in colour. The tree's form changes to a more typical tree shape with branches spreading to build a round head reaching apx 6 metres height (In ideal conditions) with a trunk of up to 25 cm in diameter. The mature trunk has distinctive vertical grooves which sometimes twist slightly. |
| Height x Width | 5 x 1 |
| Height Range | Small 1-5m |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Plant Type | Tree |
| Shape | Upright |
| Country of Origin | New Zealand |
| Similar to Consider | Pseudopanax crassifolium, Pseudopanax sabre |
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| Leaf Colour | Brown |
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| Flower Colour | Insignificant |
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| Feature | Yes |
| Small Garden | Yes |
| Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. | |
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- Description
A fast growing evergreen multi branched shrub or small tree. Fleshy palmate shaped dark green leaves with 3-5 leaflets. Small green flowers are produced from December to February followed by dark purple fleshy fruit which attract birds. Can be left as a small garden shade tree or trimmed as a hedge or clipped as a larger screen. Ideal for a coastal garden as they withstand salt laden winds. Height x Width 4 x 2.5 Height Range Small 1-5m Growth Rate Moderate Plant Type Shrub Shape Round Country of Origin New Zealand Similar to Consider P. Cyril Watson, P. Laetus, Griselinia Broadway Mint, Griselinia Lucida, Planchonella costata, Ilex Largo - Leaf
Leaf Colour Green - Flower
Flower Insignificant - Uses
Screening / Shelter Yes Hedging Yes Bird Feeding Yes Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control.
