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Coprosma rhamnoides (Twiggy Coprosma)

Twiggy Coprosma

Coprosma rhamnoides, commonly known as Twiggy Coprosma or Mingimingi, is a dense, divaricating New Zealand native shrub that reaches heights of up to 2 metres. It features small paired leaves and produces dark red berries that attract native birds. Thriving in full sun and tolerating dry, exposed conditions, it's ideal for coastal gardens, revegetation projects, and as understorey planting in native bush areas.

Coprosma rhamnoides shrub in a NZ native garden.
Coprosma rhamnoides stems with red berries that are aging to become dark purple-black berries.
Coprosma rhamnoides stems with dark purple-black berries.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:3.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Shade, Wind
Garden uses:Ponds, Screening
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern, Native, Woodland
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asTwiggy Coprosma
Sku10076

Landscaping uses for Coprosma rhamnoides in NZ

Coprosma rhamnoides is an excellent choice in landscaping projects. It is commonly included in mixed plantings, used in woodland gardens, around stream and pond areas, or planted to attract birds. This hardy, NZ native can also be trimmed into a hedge or grown as an informal hedge. The Twiggy Coprosma is ideal for areas where other plants would struggle due to poor soil conditions, wind, frost, or other environmental factors.

Coprosma rhamnoides for sale in NZ

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What is the common name for Coprosma rhamnoides?

Coprosma rhamnoides is commonly known as Twiggy coprosma and Mingimingi. Twiggy Coprosma is distinguished by its unique appearance, characterised by thin, divaricating (spreading widely) branches. Mingimingi is the Māori name used for this species, although it is also applied to other Coprosma species.

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