Melicytus

New Zealand’s best Melicytus trees

Growing colourful NZ-native trees in your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They are visual plants that add impact to a space
• They attract birds and bees
• Street appeal can be greatly enhanced
• They can provide shelter and screening
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come

We have the largest variety of Mahoe and the right one for your space. Our Wharangi have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate. We grow and stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them locally, and from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. Buy Melicytus trees from the best in the industry.

Common questions about Melicytus

1. Is Mahoe native to NZ?

Mahoe is native to New Zealand and is found in lowland and coastal forests throughout the country. The scientific name for mahoe is Melicytus ramiflorus, and it is a member of the violet family. Mahoe can grow to 10 m tall with a wide and spreading canopy. The leaves are dark green and have serrated edges. The flowers are small and white, and are borne in clusters during summer. The fruit is a purple berry, and is food for birds and other animals.

2. How tall is Melicytus ramiflorus?

Melicytus ramiflorus, also known as mahoe, can grow up to 10 m tall. It is commonly found in lowland and coastal forests throughout NZ.

3. How did Maori use the Mahoe?

Māori used Mahoe for a variety of purposes:

• The fruit is edible and was eaten by Māori. The berries can be eaten fresh, cooked, or dried.
• The leaves of the mahoe tree were used by Māori to make a medicinal tea that was used to treat a variety of ailments such as diarrhea, menstrual cramps, and headaches. The bark of the tree was also used to make a poultice that was applied to wounds and sores.
• The wood of the mahoe tree is soft and lightweight, and it was used to make baskets, mats, and ropes.
• The wood was used to make a variety of tools, including spears, clubs, and digging sticks.

Mahoe was an important part of Māori culture and economy. It was used to make a variety of essential items, and it was also traded.