Entelea arborescens
Corkwood, Evergreen Lime
Other regional names: New Zealand Mulberry +1 more
- New Zealand Mulberry
- Whau
Also known as: Apeiba australis A.Rich. +8 more
- Apeiba australis A.Rich.
- Corchorus sloaneoides A.Cunn. ex Turcz.
- Corchorus sloanoides Sol. ex A.Cunn.
- Entelea australis (A.Rich.) Walp.
- Entelea bakeri W.Bull
- Entelea palmata Lindl.
- Entelea pubescens Sweet
- Entelea sloaneoides Turcz.
- Sparmannia palmata Lindl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Malvaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Found natively in Australasia, Entelea arborescens (commonly known as Corkwood or Evergreen-Lime) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Malvaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
New Zealand
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New Zealand North, New Zealand South
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Ecuador