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Beilschmiedia taraire
An handsome large native tree. Rounded dark green leaves emerge with a rusty brown look. Forms a tall narrow crown. White flowers are followed by purple-black fruit favoured by wood pigeons. Maori used the kernels for food. Protect from frost while young, tolerates dry once it is established.
Genus
Beilschmiedia
Species
taraire
Cultivar
Common name
Taraire
Family name
Lauraceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
10 m
Width
3 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Needs well drained soil / Prefer good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even moisture / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates coastal sites / Tolerates some frost
Indigenous / Magnificent / Nourishment / Texture
Trees
Category
Medium 10 to 18 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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