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(Melicytus ramiflorus)
Whitey Wood (Melicytus ramiflorus)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Melicytus ramiflorus, commonly known as Whitey Wood or Māhoe, is a deciduous to semi-deciduous tree native to the coastal and lowland forests, riverbanks, and open scrublands of New Zealand. It typically grows to a height of up to 10 meters with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm. The tree is characterized by its smooth, whitish bark that becomes more textured with age, and its slender, brittle twigs. The foliage is light green, and the small, yellowish-white flowers bloom in spring and early summer, followed by small, purple, bird-attracting berries.
Whitey Wood is valued for its rapid growth and its ability to quickly colonize disturbed sites, making it useful for reforestation projects and erosion control. It is also planted for ornamental purposes due to its attractive bark and berries. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade, requires medium amounts of water, and thrives in soils with medium drainage. While it is relatively easy to maintain, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Whitey Wood is valued for its rapid growth and its ability to quickly colonize disturbed sites, making it useful for reforestation projects and erosion control. It is also planted for ornamental purposes due to its attractive bark and berries. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade, requires medium amounts of water, and thrives in soils with medium drainage. While it is relatively easy to maintain, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Tree
- Height: 20-30 feet
- Width: 7-9 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Erosion Control, Low Maintenance, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Coastal and lowland forests, riverbanks, and open scrublands of New Zealand
Other Names
Common Names: Whiteywood
Scientific Names: Melicytus ramiflorus , Hymenanthera dentata var. oblongifolia
GBIF Accepted Name: Melicytus ramiflorus J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.