Round-leaved coprosma
Coprosma rotundifolia
Family: Rubiaceae
What it is like
An evergreen shrub. It grows 5 m tall. The branches divide at angles. The veins are easy to see. Male and female flowers are on separate plants. The fruit are red or white. They are 5 mm across.
There are about 90 Coprosma species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows in forests usually near water or streams. It can grow in light shade. It needs a moist well-drained soil. Hobart Botanical Gardens
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, New Zealand (country/location of origin), Tasmania
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten. They have little flavour. The seeds are roasted and used for coffee.
Edible parts
Fruit, seeds - coffee
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from fresh seeds. They are slow to geminate taking up to 12 months. Plants can be grown from cuttings.