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Puriri (Vitex lucens), a distinctive endemic tree with a pale brown trunk and large buttresses, capable of reaching heights of up to 20m. Puriri Moth, Wood Pigeon, Water Taxi, New Plymouth, Growing Tree, Trees And Shrubs, Native Plants, Green Leaves, Places To See

Three places to see more of this distinctive native tree To the uninitiated, the New Zealand bush can seem a confusing array of tangled greenery. The podocarps and beeches are easy enough to distinguish, but what about all the broad-leaved trees and shrubs? Even the most botanically-challenged should be able to identify and appreciate puriri (Vitex lucens), a distinctive endemic tree with a pale brown trunk and large buttresses, capable of reaching heights of up to 20m. Although restricted…

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If you have a wet or swampy area, fence it off, plant something that thrives on wet soils, and turn it into a thing of beauty. WORDS: Nadene Hall 1. PUTAPUTAWETA/MARBLELEAF Carpodetus serratus Height: 7-10m Likes: streamsides, forests, any damp or boggy area The putaputaweta is so named for the holes in its trunk, … Nz Flowers, Bathroom Inspiration Colors, Garden Background, Native Gardens, Forest Habitat, Garden Door, Beauty Words, Māori Culture, Garden Of Earthly Delights

If you have a wet or swampy area, fence it off, plant something that thrives on wet soils, and turn it into a thing of beauty. Words: Nadene Hall 1. PUTAPUTAWETA/MARBLELEAF Carpodetus serratus Height: 7-10m Likes: streamsides, forests, any damp or boggy area The putaputaweta is so named for the holes in its trunk, created by puriri moth larvae, that are a favourite housing option for weta. This small tree has large bunches of white-cream star0like flowers from November to March, then…

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