Meryta sp. (Puka)

Meryta sp. (Puka) with round light green fruit clusters in a close up view.

Botanical name: Meryta sp.

Common name: Puka

Family: Araliaceae

Origin: Pacific Islands

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterOrnamental foliageUnusual colorSeaside, salt tolerant plant

Puka is an impressive specimen tree for any garden, especially native or tropical settings. They are valued for their dramatic foliage and tolerance of coastal conditions.

Species:

Meryta sinclairii

Similar plants: Meryta sp. (Puka)


Meryta sp. (Puka) dark green leaves with small pale yellow fruit clusters close up
Meryta sp. (Puka) with deep green leaves clustered on a thick woody plant stem.


Link to this plant:
https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/meryta_sp.htm
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