Tuesday 6 August 2019

Brachyglottis rotundifolia, Puheretaiko, or muttonbird scrub that is endemic to the South and Stewart Island’s.  It is a large leathery shrub growing 1.8-6m tall or more, that inhabits coastal shrub in the western and southern South Island southwards. It has dark green,  thick and leathery leaves with white or tan fuzz underneath. It has small insignificant white flowers.  It is frost hardy and grows well in dry situations, but best results can occur if planted in moist soil in well drained sites. It does not like high humidity and prefers good airflow at all times.




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