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Hīnau (Elaeocarpus dentatus)

Hīnau (Elaeocarpus dentatus) is a native New Zealand tree with attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and edible fruit, ideal for native gardens.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Adaptable to various soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Prefers mild to warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Best flowering in full sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.

Water more frequently during dry periods.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Adaptable to various soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Prefers mild to warm temperatures.

Tolerates a range of 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilization.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-15 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, serrated

Flower Size

1.5-2 cm

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Synonyms
Cassine dentata (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Kuntze
Dicera dentata J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.
Elaeocarpus cunninghamii Raoul
Elaeocarpus dicera Vahl
Elaeocarpus strictus Lamb. ex G.Don
Eriostemon dentatus (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Colla
Monocera dentata (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Endl.
Skidanthera dentata (J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderOxalidales
  • familyElaeocarpaceae
  • genusElaeocarpus
  • speciesElaeocarpus dentatus dentatus × Elaeocarpus hookerianus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

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