Planchonella costata – Tawapou
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A small growing coastal tree with glossy dark green leaves. Small delicate light green flowers followed by 25mm green fruit changing to purple-black when ripe which wood pigeon love. Can be trimmed to keep shape and bushiness. |
| Height x Width | 6 x 3 |
| Range | Medium 5-10m |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Plant Type | Tree |
| Shape | Round |
| Country of Origin | New Zealand |
| Similar to Consider | Myrsine salicina, Dodonea Viscosa and Purp, Alectryon excelsa, Vitex Lucens, Dysoxylum Spectabile, |
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| Leaf Colour | Green |
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| Flower Colour | Light green – small |
| Fragrant? | No |
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| Screening / Shelter | Yes |
| Bird Feeding | Yes |
| Note: Growth, height and grade information are given in good faith but are subject to natural variables beyond our control. |
