Coprosma lanceolaris

Coprosma lanceolaris is a flowering plant belonging to the Rubiaceae family, commonly known as the coffee family. It is endemic to Norfolk Island. The species was first published in 1875 by Ferdinand von Mueller, an Australian botanist. The specific epithet 'lanceolaris' is derived from the Latin words 'lancea' meaning 'lance' and the suffix '-aris', indicating the lanceolate shape of the leaves. This species is part of the genus Coprosma, which includes a variety of shrubs native primarily to the Pacific region.