tātaraheke
Coprosma acerosa | tātaraheke, sand coprosma
Tātaraheke is a hardy groundcover that thrives in tough coastal environments. This compact, spreading shrub has tangled, orange-brown branches clothed with small, needle-like leaves. It forms springy mounds with a spread of up to one meter, making it excellent for dune stabilisation and erosion control. The plant tolerates poor, sandy soils, as well as hot, dry, and windy conditions. Its small white fruits are a favorite food for skinks.
typical habitat.
coastal scrub
dunes
drainage.
dry
free draining
well drained
moist
sun.
full sun
partial shade
mature specifications.
height | 2m
width | 2m
pollinators calendar.
flowering | (September)–October–November
fruiting | February–March–(July)
did you know?
A natural hybrid of Coprosma acerosa × Coprosma repens, known as Coprosma ‘×Kirkii’, is frequently available in nurseries.