Coprosma crassifolia

Coprosma crassifolia is a shrub native to the forests of New Zealand, specifically found in both the North and South Islands. It was first described in 1846 by William Colenso. This species is characterized by its upright growth habit and distinctive red-brown branchlets. As a member of the Rubiaceae family, it shares traits with other plants in this group, including specific leaf and flower structures. The species is part of the Coprosma genus, which includes a variety of shrubs native to New Zealand.