Coprosma dumosa


Coprosma dumosa is a species of Coprosma, endemic to New Zealand.

Description

A small shrubby leafy bush with small leaves. Glabrous on the underside of the leaf, with short hairs on the branchlets.

Range

Known from both the North Island, South Island, and Stewart Island.

Habitat

Lowland to montane forests.

Ecology

The mistletoe Korthalsella clavata uses Coprosma dumosa as a secondary host.

Etymology

The specific name dumosa means 'bushy' in Latin.

Taxonomy

Coprosoma dumosa may be identical to Coprosma tayloriae. It also hybridizes with other Coprosma species.