Coriaria plumosa
Coriaria plumosa W.R.B.Oliv.
Coriaria plumosa is a shrub species in the Coriariaceae family, native to New Zealand. It is found on the North, South, and Stewart Islands, typically in mountainous regions. First described by Walter Oliver in 1942, this species is known by several common names, including feathery tutu, mountain tutu, and small-leaved tutu. All Coriaria species, including C. plumosa, are toxic, particularly the seeds. As of 2023, it was classified as 'Not Threatened' in the New Zealand Threat Classification System.
Description
Coriaria plumosa is a member of the Coriariaceae family and is endemic to New Zealand. It occurs on the North, South, and Stewart Islands, with a preference for mountainous habitats. The species was formally described by Walter Oliver in 1942. Common names for this plant include feathery tutu, mountain tutu, and small-leaved tutu. Like all species in the genus Coriaria, C. plumosa is poisonous, with the seeds being particularly hazardous. The 2023 assessment of its conservation status under the New Zealand Threat Classification System indicated that it is not currently threatened.
Distribution
New Zealand North · New Zealand South
Synonyms
Coriaria lurida var. parviflora