Hedycarya arborea, commonly known as pigeonwood, is a medium-sized New Zealand native tree with glossy green leaves, fragrant greenish flowers, and clusters of bright orange-red berries, typically found in lowland and coastal forests where it thrives in partial to full shade and well-drained, organic-rich soil, and it plays an important ecological role by attracting native birds and supporting forest biodiversity while also adding ornamental value to native gardens.
Hedycarya arborea 'Pigeonwood'
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Botanical Name Hedycarya arborea Common Name Pigeonwood
Family Monimiaceae Type evergreen tree Origin New Zealand Mature Height 5-10m Mature Spread 4-6m Sun Requirements Partial shade, sheltered position Soil Moist, Well drained soils Flowering small, fragrant greenish flowers Wind Tolerance Moderate wind tolerant Frost Tolerance frost tolerance when young
Drought Tolerance moderate to low, preferers well drained soils, performing best with consistent moisture Growth Rate moderate growth rate Maintenance low Conservation Status Not Threatened
