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Karamū

Seeds of karamū (Coprosma robusta) some have germinated on soil

Karamū can be found in wetlands – especially in the swamp forests that wrap around harakeke and the sedges and rushes that occupy the water’s edge. Karamū are also found on the banks of tributaries (riparian margins) along with sedges – grass-like plants such as pūrei or pūrekireki. Karamū is a hardy and versatile plant so it can also be found amongst scrub on dry lands dominated by mānuka and kānuka.

Karamū berry image: The University of Waikato Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato

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