Myrsine salicina

Name: Myrsine salicina
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 10482j
Price: 152.48 NZD
Availability: InStock

Toro, Myrsine salicina

Myrsine salicina, commonly known as Toro, is a NZ native tree that grows to about 8 m tall and 3 m wide. It has long and narrow, glossy green, leathery leaves and the new foliage will often have a red tinge. Clusters of small, cream-pink flowers are produced in spring and are followed by red-orange berries. Myrsine salicina makes for a great specimen and also suits being used for screening, adding to native plantings, or for attracting birds into the garden.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	8.00 m
Spread:	3.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal
Garden uses:	Hedging, Living areas, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Toro, Myrsine salicina

Myrsine salicina Details

Myrsine salicina, commonly known as Toro, is a NZ native tree that grows to about 8 m tall and 3 m wide. It has long and narrow, glossy green, leathery leaves and the new foliage will often have a red tinge to it. Clusters of small, cream-pink flowers are produced in spring and are followed by red-orange berries which are great for attracting birds. Best performance with this tree is achieved when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and short periods of dry. Myrsine salicina makes for a great specimen and also suits being used for screening, adding to native plantings, or for attracting birds into the garden.