alectryon excelsus titoki
Alectryon excelsus titoki, commonly known as the Titoki tree, is a treasured native tree in New Zealand gardens and landscapes. Renowned for its glossy foliage, elegant form, and clusters of bright red berries, Titoki brings a unique touch of lush greenery to both large and small spaces. As one of Aotearoa’s most attractive native trees, the Titoki suits a range of planting schemes – from low-maintenance home gardens to public parks and revegetation projects. Its resilience and adaptability make it a top choice for both beginner gardeners and experienced horticulturists. Embracing the Titoki in your landscape is an investment in New Zealand ecology, style, and biodiversity.
Alectryon excelsus
Alectryon excelsus, commonly known as the Titoki tree, is a handsome New Zealand native tree valued for its lush, glossy foliage and tidy, rounded form. Growing 6–10 metres tall, it makes an excellent shade or specimen tree in both urban and rural settings. Titoki is wind-tolerant, frost-hardy in most areas, and well-suited to coastal conditions. Its inconspicuous flowers are followed by striking red and black fruit, which attracts native birds and adds seasonal interest to New Zealand gardens and landscapes.
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- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Trees - Height:
8.00 m - Spread:
3.00 m - Flowering time:
Summer - Tolerances:
Shade, Wind - Garden uses:
Hedging, Parks, Ponds, Screening, Specimen - Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
