Pittosporum tenuifolium Kohuhu
Pittosporum tenuifolium kohuhu, also known as Kohuhu or Black Matipo, is one of New Zealand’s most iconic native shrubs. Revered for its graceful, wavy-edged foliage and decorative black stems, Kohuhu brings structure and elegance to a wide range of landscape settings. Commonly used for hedging, screening, and specimen planting, Pittosporum tenuifolium kohuhu thrives in a variety of conditions and responds well to trimming, making it a favourite with both home gardeners and landscape professionals across Aotearoa. With its easy care nature, subtle grey-green leaves, and versatility—from hardy coastal shelterbelts to refined urban spaces—this hardy native deserves a place in every eco-conscious New Zealand garden.
Pittosporum tenuifolium
Pittosporum tenuifolium, commonly known as Kohuhu or Black Matipo, is a fast-growing, evergreen native tree ideal for hedging, screening, and shelter in New Zealand gardens. It features wavy-edged green leaves on distinctive dark stems and produces small, sweetly scented purple flowers in spring. Reaching 4–6 metres tall, Kohuhu thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to coastal, windy, and dry conditions. Its tidy, upright form makes it a versatile and low-maintenance landscaping choice.
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- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Trees - Height:
10.00 m - Spread:
3.00 m - Flowering time:
Spring - Tolerances:
Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind - Garden uses:
Hedging, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening - Garden styles:
Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native
