Corokia macrocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
622270
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kirk
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Stud. Fl. New Zealand : 224 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621602
Common Names
- Corokia macrocarpa
- Large-fruited Corokia
- Large-fruited Wire-netting
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Corokia macrocarpa (also called 'Korokio', 'Wire-netting Bush', 'Korokio Korokio' among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves with a yellowish-green underside and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Corokia macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It has a dense, compact growth habit and is very tolerant of pruning. The foliage is attractive and the small, yellow flowers are a bonus.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Corokia macrocarpa flower is small and yellow with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Corokia macrocarpa is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be pruned to shape and is tolerant of dry conditions. It is also frost hardy.
Where to Find Corokia macrocarpa
Corokia macrocarpa is native to New Zealand.
Corokia macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corokia macrocarpa?
Corokia macrocarpa
What is the common name of Corokia macrocarpa?
Macrocarpa Corokia
What is the natural habitat of Corokia macrocarpa?
Tropical forests
Species in the Corokia genus
Species in the Argophyllaceae family
Argophyllum acinetochromum, Argophyllum brevipetalum, Argophyllum brevistylum, Argophyllum cryptophlebum, Argophyllum ellipticum, Argophyllum grunowii, Argophyllum latifolium, Argophyllum laxum, Argophyllum lejourdanii, Argophyllum montanum, Argophyllum nitidum, Argophyllum nullumense, Argophyllum schlechterianum, Argophyllum verae, Argophyllum vernicosum, Corokia buddleioides, Corokia carpodetoides, Corokia collenettei, Corokia cotoneaster, Corokia macrocarpa, Corokia virgata, Corokia whiteana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2737879: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Kirk (1828-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kirk' in the authors string.