toothed lancewood
If you’re searching for an architectural native tree with a dramatic edge, the toothed lancewood makes a truly striking choice for New Zealand gardens. Renowned for its unusual juvenile form, bold serrated foliage, and ability to thrive in different conditions, the toothed lancewood (Pseudopanax ferox) stands out in any planting scheme. Whether you’re planning a native garden, want a specimen with genuine Kiwi character, or simply love unique trees, discovering more about the toothed lancewood will help you achieve a truly memorable landscape.
Pseudopanax crassifolius (Lancewood)
Pseudopanax crassifolius, commonly known as Lancewood or Horoeka, is a distinctive New Zealand native tree renowned for its dramatic transformation from juvenile to adult form. In its youth, it showcases long, narrow, downward-pointing leaves with toothed margins, which over time mature into shorter, broader leaves forming a rounded canopy. This evolutionary adaptation is believed to have deterred browsing by Moa birds.
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Pseudopanax ferox (Toothed Lancewood)
Pseudopanax ferox, commonly known as Fierce or Toothed Lancewood, is a NZ native tree that features interesting juvenile and mature forms. The juvenile leaves are long and slender with strongly toothed margins, while the adult form is much bushier and has a braided appearance. It grows slowly to eventually reach 8 m in height and 3 m in width. Pseudopanax ferox is commonly used as an architectural feature, added to a mixed planting, or grown around the pool or patio areas, where it is contained with trimming.
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