Small hard tree bearing pairs of leathery dark green glossy wavy leaves that are pale green underneath inhabiting coastal forest in the northern North Island. Leaves 5–11 cm long. Fruit purpleish, oval, in loose clusters.
Coastal Maire - Nestegis apetala
Māori name: Maire
Scientific name: Nestegis apetala
Common name: Coastal Maire
Type: Trees
Conservation status: At risk – naturally uncommon
Height: Up to 10 m tall
