Griselinia littoralis

Griselinia littoralis is native evergreen tree found throughout New Zealand in forests from sea level to 1000m , forming an dense bushy tree with has deep green oval leaves. It grows up to 20 m tall, though often much less, particularly in coastal exposure. It can tolerate a wide range of conditions. The leaves are alternate, leathery, glossy yellow-green above, paler and matt below, 6-14 cm long, oval with a smooth margin. Griselinia littoralis produces male and female flowers on seperate trees.