Fuchsia excorticata, commonly known as tree fuchsia or kōtukutuku, is a distinctive New Zealand native tree and the world’s largest fuchsia species, valued for its lush green foliage, characteristic peeling bark, and colourful drooping tubular flowers that are usually greenish to deep red or purple and appear from late winter through spring; these nectar-rich blooms attract native birds such as tūī and bellbirds, which help pollinate the tree, making it an excellent choice for enhancing biodiversity in gardens, lifestyle blocks, and restoration plantings.
Fuchia excorticata - New Zealand Tree fuchia
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Botanical Name Fuchsia excorticata Maori Name Kōtukutuku Common Name New Zealand Tree Fuchsia Family Onagraceae Type Deciduous tree Origin New Zealand Mature Height 8m Mature Spread 4m Sun Requirements Full sun, full to partial shade Soil Free draining soils Flowering Wind Tolerance high tolerant Frost Tolerance Moderate
Drought Tolerance high tolerant once established Growth Rate 30-50cm per year Maintenance low, occasional trimming to maintain a compact shape and strong variegation Conservation Status Not Threatened
