Coriaria pteridoides
Coriaria pteridoides W.R.B.Oliv.
Coriaria pteridoides is a shrub species in the Coriariaceae family, native to the North Island of New Zealand. It is commonly found along streams and on gravel slopes, with a distribution limited to Mount Taranaki, the North Island Volcanic Plateau, and the Ruahine Ranges. First described by Walter Oliver in 1942, this species is one of several in the genus Coriaria, all of which are toxic, particularly the seeds. As of 2023, it is classified as 'Not Threatened' in the New Zealand Threat Classification System.
Description
Coriaria pteridoides is a shrub native to the North Island of New Zealand, where it is commonly found in riparian and gravelly habitats. Its geographic range is restricted to specific regions, including Mount Taranaki, the North Island Volcanic Plateau, and the Ruahine Ranges. The species was first formally described by botanist Walter Oliver in 1942. Like other Coriaria species, it is toxic, with the seeds being particularly dangerous. Despite its limited range, the species is not currently considered at risk, as indicated by its 2023 status in the New Zealand Threat Classification System.
Distribution
New Zealand North
Synonyms
Coriaria lurida var. acuminata