Aristotelia serrata (Makomako)

Aristotelia serrata (Makomako) with small pink flower clusters in a detailed close up view
Aristotelia serrata (Makomako) pink flower clusters hanging from thin stems above dark grey river rocks

Botanical names: Aristotelia serrata, Aristotelia racemosa

Common names: Makomako, Wineberry

Family: Elaeocarpaceae

Origin: New Zealand

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-11

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Pink flowersFlower color: Pink
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

Leaves opposite, ovate, base truncate or cordate, doubly and irregularly dentate, bright green above, paler and sometimes purplish beneath. Small dark pink flowers in axillary and pubescent panicles. Berries dark red or black.

Similar plants: Aristotelia serrata (Makomako)


Aristotelia serrata (Makomako) with small pink flower clusters in a detailed close up
Aristotelia serrata (Makomako) clusters of tiny pink flowers hang from the thin branching stems
Aristotelia serrata (Makomako) pink white flower close up on a branch with green leaves
Aristotelia serrata (Makomako) branches laden with multiple small pink and white flower clusters and leaves


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