Fathmandu

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Coprosma parviflora Hook. f. Rubiaceae

Derivation: Coprosma = smelling of dung (some species only); parvi = small, smaller than the type, a reference to the flowers

The most obvious distinguishing mark of this small leaved Coprosma is the tendency for its branchlets to be in a single plane.

I have not seen this plant locally, but it was plentiful along the Wairakau Stream track from Totara North to Lane Cove on the Whangaroa Harbour.

20 January 2006 Wairakau Stream Track, Totara North

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General Advice:
Specifically oriented to the Heaphy Track but relevant to other long walks for beginners and older walkers

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