Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
924365

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist. 2: 207 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923700

Common Names

  • Coprosma spathulata
  • Spoonleaf Mirror Plant
  • Karo

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Description

Coprosma spathulata (also called Spathulate Coprosma, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It has glossy, dark green leaves and grows to a height of up to 2 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Coprosma spathulata is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is also a great choice for hedging and screening.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coprosma spathulata sub. spathulata
Coprosma spathulata sub. hikuruana de Lange & Heenan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coprosma spathulata has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coprosma spathulata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist medium. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Coprosma spathulata

Coprosma spathulata is native to New Zealand, where it is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It can also be found in parts of Australia and South America.

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-46951: Based on the initial data import
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.