A kerosene/capsicum-smelling shrub or small tree, growing up to 10m tall, with whitish, branching soft-woody stems. All parts covered in dense felt-like hairs. The large velvety, oval leaves are grey-green on the upper surface, and white to yellowish underneath with prominent ‘ears’ at base which clasp the stem. Produces dense clusters of mauve to purple flowers with yellow anthers, followed by clusters of round berries (1 cm diameter) that ripen from hard green to soft, dull yellow.
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ANNUAL REPORT 2022/2023
This report is an overview of work achieved over the 5 landscape scale programmes Weed Action Native Habitat Restoration Trust (WANHRT) operates. The work is aligned with the boundaries of the Whangārei Heads peninsula which encapsulates Manaia Ecological District – Northland regions’ smallest district at 6400 ha with the highest percentage of natural cover across the spectacular terrain.
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About Weed Action Native Habitat Restoration Trust
The Weed Action Native Habitat Restoration Trust is a community whose goal is to stop the spread of invasive weeds. Day-by-day, these weeds are degrading, replacing and spreading into the unique … Read more...