Water
Water new plants regularly until established. Mature plants are moderately drought-tolerant but perform best with consistent moisture, especially in dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Also known as Broadleaf · Coastal Griselinia · Griselinia
Griselinia littoralis, commonly known as Kapuka, is a large evergreen shrub or small tree native to New Zealand, featuring leathery, apple-green leaves and coastal tolerance.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Tolerates coastal conditions and wind.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
60% intensity
Reduce frequency in cooler months.
Well-drained soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and poor soils.
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures.
70% intensity
Tolerates light frost once established.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
40% intensity
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water new plants regularly until established. Mature plants are moderately drought-tolerant but perform best with consistent moisture, especially in dry periods. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Prune in late spring or early summer after flowering to maintain shape and size. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Can be hard pruned to rejuvenate.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or hardwood cuttings in winter. Can also be grown from seed, but germination may be slow and variable.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Water thoroughly after repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Kapuku (Griselinia littoralis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Griseliniaceae |
| Genus | Griselinia |
| Species | Griselinia littoralis |
Similar in genus Griselinia
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