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Coprosma crassifolia

  • hakasustainability
  • Jan 1, 2020
  • 1 min read

Common name: Mingimingi

Botanical name (authority): Coprosma crassifolia Hook.f.


Mingimingi (Coprosma crassifolia) is a dense shrub with glossy, thick leaves, small green flowers, and bright red berries attractive to birds.


It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils; tolerates coastal exposure.


Growth rate

Moderate

Height at maturity

1–3 m

Propagation and planting tips

Propagate from fresh seed or semi-hardwood cuttings; water regularly until established.

Ecological values

Provides food and shelter for native birds and insects.

Conservation status

Not threatened (NZPCN)

Benefit for on-farm planting situations

Good for hedging, shelter belts, and enhancing on-farm biodiversity.

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