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Coprosma atropurpurea

Family: Rubiaceae


What it is like

A shrub. It forms low mats over the ground. It grows 10 cm tall. The fruit are dark red and 8-12 mm across.

There are about 90 Coprosma species.


Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It suits USDA hardiness zones 6-9.

Countries/locations it is found in

New Zealand


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit, seeds - coffee


How it is grown


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