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Wharangi
Melicope ternata
a.k.a. Gum Tree

Small, shrubby New Zealand Tree known for its edbile gum.

Description: Small, shrubby tree to 5-15ft.

Hardiness: Hardy to the upper 20's (F).

Growing Environment: Easily grown tree, will adapt to most soil types, and while it does well with year-round water, will tolerate short droughts. Grow in full sun or part shade. The leaves have an orange-like smell when crushed. The small flowers are scented and followed by woody fruit with black seeds.

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: A gum can be extracted from the tree which when chewed, has a sweetish flavor.

Native Range: Native to coastal forests of New Zealand.