narrow-leaved houhere
Hoheria angustifolia | narrow-leaved houhere
A versatile evergreen tree, perfect as a specimen, shelter, or border plant. Its compact, handsome form features narrow, toothed leaves and an abundance of small, white, star-shaped flowers in summer. The juvenile form exhibits a unique columnar shape with divaricating branches. Hardy and appealing to pollinators, this tree develops graceful, semi-weeping branches as it matures.
typical habitat.
lowland forest
drainage.
moist
well drained
free draining
dry
sun.
full sun
partial shade
mature specifications.
height | 18m
width | 3m / 30cm (trunk)
pollinators calendar.
flowering | December - February
fruiting | February - April
did you know?
Narrow-leaved lacebark frequently serves as a vital host plant for the white mistletoe, Tupeia antarctica.