Nestegis cunninghamii

7 viable seeds per gram:

Also Known as: Black maire

Height - 25mUses

(NZ Native)

, commonly called black maire is a native tree of New Zealand. grows to over 20 metres high, and has long, leathery leaves that have a recessed mid-rib. The tree has rough, cork-like bark, and produces red or yellow fruits. Widespread in coastal to montane forest. Often prominent in riparian Podocarp forest.DISTRIBUTION: North, South, Little Barrier and Great Barrier Islands. Scarce north of Auckland and often uncommon over wide parts of its former lowland range due to it being preferentially logged by early settlers. In the North Island Black Maire is now most commonly seen in the main Axial Ranges and Central Volcanic Plateau. In the South Island extending to Napenape in the east and near Greymouth in the west.

Price:
Packet of 50 seeds $56.80How to Grow

Recommended pre germination seed treatment:
Seed germinates without pre treatment. 4 weeks cold stratification will help speed up and even out germination time. (For details refer to Propagation Information tab at top of the page )Growing Conditions