Olearia macrodonta (Compositae) Evergreen shrub

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Olearia macrodonta
Evergreen shrub
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The Olearia macrodonta plant species is found in New Zealand. It is a member of the Compositae family.

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Latin Name:  Olearia macrodonta
Family:  Compositae
Author:  Bak.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  5

Habitat:  Lowland to sub-alpine forest to 1300 metres, southwards from latitude 37° 30's on North and South Islands[44].

General Uses: Very resistant to maritime exposure, this plant can be used as an effective windbreak hedge in exposed maritime areas[75]. One report says that it is tolerant of severe pruning[200], whilst another says that it is better not to prune severely[75]. Moderately fast growing.

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