Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

Carpodetus serratus prostrata

5 from 1 customers

Carpodetus serratus prostrata, Marble Leaf, Prostrate Putaputaweta

Carpodetus serratus prostrata, commonly known as Marble Leaf or Putaputaweta is a low growing, NZ native shrub, that is often used a groundcover. Its spreading and somewhat tangled branches carry small leaves which are variegated green and lime green as it grows to 50 cm tall and 1 m wide. Carpodetus serratus prostrata is great for planting around the base of larger trees and shrubs, using as a groundcover on damp sites, or for including in border plantings.

Carpodetus serratus prostrata plant with horizontal stems and marbled leaves.
Carpodetus serratus prostrata plant with horizontal stems and dark foliage.

Carpodetus serratus prostrata is currently unavailable, but we do have other other amazing species and varieties of Carpodetus available.

explore them here

Why? Our plants are subject to seasonality and high-demand. Please contact us if you would like to know when it becomes available again.

Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Groundcover Plants
Height:50 cm
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Hardy, Shade, Wet, Wind
Garden uses:Borders, Paths & Steps, Ponds
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asCarpodetus serratus prostrata, Marble Leaf, Prostrate Putaputaweta

Carpodetus serratus prostrata Details

Carpodetus serratus prostrata, commonly known as Marble Leaf or Putaputaweta is a low growing, NZ native shrub, that is often used a groundcover. Its spreading and somewhat tangled branches carry small leaves which are variegated green and lime green. It produces masses of small, white flowers in spring which are followed by green berries that turn black in autumn, and are great for attracting birds. It typically grows to 50 cm tall and 1 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a site that does not dry out. It is tolerant of frost, wind, and cool climates but does not like dry soil conditions. Carpodetus serratus prostrata is great for planting around the base of larger trees and shrubs, using as a groundcover on damp sites, or for including in border plantings.

Questions and Answers

Have a question about Carpodetus serratus prostrata? We are here to help.

Reviews

5 from 1 customers
Elizabeth Gold - Auckland

Great plants

More species and varieties of Carpodetus

carpodetus-serratus-4
Most Popular

Carpodetus serratus

Carpodetus serratus, commonly known as the Putaputaweta Tree or Marbleleaf, is an attractive, NZ native tree with spreading branches that host...

From$29.73

Popular Groundcover Plants

Coprosma 'Black Cloud' shrub in a garden with black and green foliage.
Most Popular

Coprosma Black Cloud

Coprosma Black Cloud is an evergreen shrub with tiny, black leaves held densely. It grows with a tidy, rounded habit to about 70 cm tall and 1.5 m...

From$19.30
coprosma-acerosa-hawera-5
Most Popular

Coprosma Hawera

Coprosma Hawera, commonly known as Sand Coprosma, grows as a tightly tangled mound of small, orange stems bearing small, green leaves. It grows as a...

From$19.30
cerastium-tomentosum-
Most Popular

Cerastium tomentosum

Cerastium tomentosum is an herbaceous perennial featuring tiny, white, star shaped flowers through spring and summer. These are complemented with...

From$20.12
vinca-gertrude-jekyll-1
Most Popular

Vinca minor Gertrude Jekyll

Vinca minor Gertrude Jekyll is a variety of the commonly known, Periwinkle, and is an herbaceous perennial often used as a groundcover. It features...

From$17.14
Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.9

411 Google reviews