Akeake
Details
A smallish, relatively fast growing New Zealand native that stands wind and dry
Botanical name
Dodonea viscosa
Height (m)
7
Forest layer
low-tree
Evergreen
Drought tolerance
Wind tolerance
High
Shade / Sun
Full sun - part shade
Soil type
Most
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Purple Akeake Seeds
Botanical name
Dodonea viscosa
Details
A reasonably fast growing NZ native bushy shrub or small tree with purple leaves. Good for creating shelter and controlling erosion.
The timber from akeake is one of the hardest native woods. It was traditionally used for paddles, weapons, digging sticks and spade blades.
Drought tolerance
Evergreen
Perennial
Price
$3.90
20 seeds
Colour
Purple
Flowers
Pink
Forest layer
low-tree
Wind tolerance
Excellent