Coprosma rhamnoides
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
A shrub with a branching habit. It grows as a dense twiggy bush. It is 3 m tall. The leaves are small and rounded. They are light green. The male and female flowers are on separate plants. The fruit are dark red berries which are almost black when ripe.
There are about 90 Coprosma species.
Where it is found
It is a warm temperate to subtropical plant. It suits a hardiness zone 8-11.
Countries/locations it is found in
New Zealand
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit, seeds - coffee