Whiteywood and Mahoe. Native to New Zealand and found in forests, forest margins, and along waterways. Has pointed, oval-shaped foliage, grey-white bark, and small white flowers during spring, these are then followed by purple-black berries that are a good source of food for birds. Likes full sun to dappled, partial shade. Hardy but may need some protection from frosts when young.
Grows to approximately 8m to 10m.