Taupata - Coprosma repens

Common low-growing shrub or small tree bearing pairs of green very shiny dark green leaves inhabiting the edge of coastal forests and seaside rocks. Leaves 6-8cm long, leathery, with small pits at junction of veins. Fruit orange.

Māori name: Taupata

Scientific name: Coprosma repens

Type: Shrubs

Conservation status: Not threatened

Habitat: Coastal, Rocky

Height: Up to 8 m tall

Taupata Coprosma repens