Dysoxylum spectabile

Name: Dysoxylum spectabile
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10429u
Price: 600.37 NZD
Availability: InStock

New Zealand Mahogany, Kohekohe, Alliaria spectabilis, Hartighsea spectabilis, Didymocheton spectabilis, Trichilia cauliflora, Trichilia spectabilis

Dysoxylum spectabile, commonly known as Kohekohe or the NZ Mahogany, is a NZ native tree that grows up to 10 m tall and 4 m wide. It forms a rounded crown of large and glossy, green leaves held densely and produces clusters of fragrant, white flowers through autumn and winter which result in orange fruits. Dysoxylum spectabile is commonly grown as a specimen in parks and larger gardens, included in native and revegetation plantings, or simply planted to attract birds.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	10.00 m
Spread:	4.00 m
Flowering time:	Autumn, Winter
Tolerances:	Shade
Garden uses:	Ponds, Screening
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, White
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	New Zealand Mahogany, Kohekohe, Alliaria spectabilis, Hartighsea spectabilis, Didymocheton spectabilis, Trichilia cauliflora, Trichilia spectabilis

Dysoxylum spectabile Details

Dysoxylum spectabile, commonly known as Kohekohe or the NZ Mahogany, is a NZ native tree that grows up to 10 m tall and 4 m wide. Mature trees may have a trunk that can reach 1 m in diameter. It forms a rounded crown of large and glossy, green leaves held densely. Trees produce clusters of fragrant, white flowers through autumn and winter which result in orange fruits. Both the flowers and fruit are favoured by Tuis, Bellbirds, and other bird species. This tree grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site, and will tolerate moderate frost and short period of dry. It does, however, require shelter and frost protection when young. Dysoxylum spectabile is commonly grown as a specimen in parks and larger gardens, included in native and revegetation plantings, or simply planted to attract birds.