Laurelia novae-zelandiae
Laurelia novae-zelandiae A.Cunn.
Laurelia novae-zelandiae, commonly called pukatea, is an evergreen tree native to New Zealand's forests. It is part of the Atherospermataceae family and is found in the laurel forest ecoregion.
Description
Laurelia novae-zelandiae is a large evergreen tree with toothed leaves and small flowers. It is endemic to the forests of New Zealand's North and South Islands. This species is a member of the Atherospermataceae family and is a characteristic tree of the laurel forest ecoregion. The species was first described in 1838 by A. Cunn.
Distribution
New Zealand North · New Zealand South
Synonyms
Pavonia novozelandiaeAtherosperma novae-zelandiae
