Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
repens
ID:
924235

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Voy. Astrolabe 1: 264 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923570

Common Names

  • Creeping Coprosma
  • Creeping Mirror Plant
  • Creeping Glassberry

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Description

Coprosma repens (also called Creeping Coprosma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has leathery, oval-shaped leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in forests, woodlands, and other areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Coprosma repens is an evergreen shrub that is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover to help reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coprosma repens is a small, white flower head. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coprosma repens is an evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Coprosma repens

Coprosma repens is native to New Zealand and can be found in coastal areas.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-46926: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.