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Nothofagus menziesii.
A handsome tree often developing a buttressed trunk with age, and a broad round-headed crown. Medium green leaves are small, shining and ovate. Occurs naturally in the North Island, south of Thames and common in the South Island except for the East. Occurs in lowland to montane and subalpine scrub. Hardy and grows in a wide range of conditions, including exposed sites. Great speciemen tree.
Genus
Nothofagus
Species
menziesii.
Cultivar
Common name
Silver Beech
Family name
Fagaceae
Place of origin
New Zealand
DETAILS
Height
10 m
Width
4 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Moisture
Exposure
Trees
Category
Large over 18 metres.
Availability
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