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Coprosma brunnea, commonly known as New Zealand coprosma or kākāpō podocarp, is a small shrub native to the South Island of New Zealand and the Chatham Islands. Coprosma brunnea (Latin: Coprosma brunnea, family Rhamnaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Coprosma brunnea is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Coprosma brunnea is a member of the Rhamnaceae family native to CTM, NZN, and NZS. Coprosma brunnea thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, light to medium soil.
Coprosma brunnea grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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