alectryon excelsus titoki

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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.

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A fantastic Titoki tree (Alectryon excelsus) growing as a speciment tree in an urban park.

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

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Features and Growth Habit

Alectryon excelsus titoki is a medium-sized evergreen tree, typically growing 8-10 metres tall with a broad, graceful canopy. It thrives in well-draining soil and appreciates a sunny to partly shaded spot. Titoki’s dark green, leathery leaves offer a tropical aesthetic, while the small, inconspicuous flowers are followed by striking scarlet fruits enjoyed by native birds. The Titoki’s non-invasive root system makes it suitable for planting near patios or driveways as a specimen tree, shade provider, or shelterbelt.

Landscaping Uses of Alectryon excelsus titoki

Wherever you need structure, shade, or native character, Alectryon excelsus titoki delivers. Plant it as a lush, evergreen screen or as a handsome feature alongside other standout trees like Cornus kousa National or the creamy-flowered Magnolia Fairy Cream. Titoki is ideal for native planting projects, urban landscapes, riparian restoration, and playgrounds due to its bird-attracting fruit and hardy nature. Pair with contrasting natives such as Pittosporum Blackbridge (Black Matipo) for a layered, textural effect, or combine with exotics like Meryta sinclairii 'Moonlight' for striking foliage displays.

Growing and Caring for Titoki

Caring for your Alectryon excelsus titoki is low-effort and rewarding. Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first two seasons to encourage strong root development. While Titoki is drought tolerant once established, young trees benefit from an annual mulch and slow-release fertiliser in spring. Pruning is rarely needed, though you can shape as desired or remove damaged growth. Titoki is generally pest and disease resistant, making it a reliable performer in most conditions. For mixed native plantings, try combining with hardy, fast-establishing trees like Chamaecytisus palmensis.

Why Choose Alectryon excelsus titoki?

Few trees encapsulate the charm of New Zealand gardens like Alectryon excelsus titoki. Its lush, evergreen canopy, wildlife benefits, and adaptability make it an outstanding option for home landscaping and ecological restoration. Whether you’re creating a peaceful retreat, enhancing biodiversity, or designing a statement planting, the Titoki delivers year-round beauty with minimal fuss. Explore our selection of New Zealand natives and exotics today to find the perfect companions for your Titoki – and bring lasting value to your outdoor space.

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