Status:
valid
Authors:
Labill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1805
Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 1: 70 (1805)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000922592
Common Names
- Coprosma hirtella
- Hirtella Coprosma
- Hirtella Coprosma Plant
Description
Coprosma hirtella (also called Hairy Coprosma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to New Zealand. It has small, oval leaves and grows in dense, bushy clumps. It is found in open woodlands, scrublands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Coprosma hirtella is a shrub native to New Zealand. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak in exposed areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Coprosma hirtella are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coprosma hirtella is a perennial shrub that is native to New Zealand. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Coprosma hirtella
Coprosma hirtella can be found in New Zealand, specifically in the North Island.
Species in the Coprosma genus
Coprosma barbata,
Coprosma bougainvilleensis,
Coprosma elatirioides,
Coprosma elegans,
Coprosma fowerakeri,
Coprosma dumosa,
Coprosma pseudociliata,
Coprosma acerosa,
Coprosma acutifolia,
Coprosma arborea,
Coprosma archboldiana,
Coprosma arcuata,
Coprosma areolata,
Coprosma atropurpurea,
Coprosma autumnalis,
Coprosma baueri,
Coprosma benefica,
Coprosma brassii,
Coprosma buchananii,
Coprosma chathamica,
Coprosma cheesemanii,
Coprosma ciliata,
Coprosma colensoi,
Coprosma cookei,
Coprosma crassifolia,
Coprosma crenulata,
Coprosma cuneata,
Coprosma cymosa,
Coprosma decurva,
Coprosma depressa,
Coprosma divergens,
Coprosma dodonaeifolia,
Coprosma elliptica,
Coprosma ernodeoides,
Coprosma esulcata,
Coprosma foetidissima,
Coprosma foliosa,
Coprosma glabrata,
Coprosma gracilicaulis,
Coprosma gracilis,
Coprosma hirtella,
Coprosma hookeri,
Coprosma huttoniana,
Coprosma inopinata,
Coprosma intertexta,
Coprosma kauensis,
Coprosma kirkii,
Coprosma laevigata,
Coprosma lanceolaris,
Coprosma linariifolia,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,