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Coprosma microcarpa
Species of flowering plants From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Coprosma microcarpa is a species of plant, endemic to New Zealand.[2]
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Description
The branches are generally horizontal, and the leaves are opposite, giving this Coprosma a distinctive appearance. There are minute hairs between the leaves on the steam, which can be seen with a hand lens.[2]
The drupes are white and small, between 3–5mm in diameter.[3]
Distribution and habitat
This species is known from both the North and South Island of New Zealand.
It is currently not considered threatened.[1]
Etymology
microcarpa means 'small fruit' in Latin.[2]
Taxonomy
This species was first described in 1852 by Joseph Dalton Hooker.[3]
References
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