This large shrub to small tree is upright with many interlaced branches that form a narrow crown. It has leathery glossy green leaves and the tiny bell-shaped white flowers appear in pendulous clusters during summer, followed by purplish fruit.

Hardiness zones 8 to 9

Elaeocarpus hookerianusis naturally found in New Zealand growing in forests and scrubland in moderately fertile well drained moist soils in an open sunny position and is drought tender but frost tolerant.

Pokaka is grown for its habit and is planted in parks and gardens along borders or as a specimen. It is suitable for coastal regions establishing in 3 to 5 years. It is not commonly cultivated and may be difficult to obtained, requiring a specialist nursery. ID 2229

Elaeocarpus(el-lee-oh-KAR-pus) hookerianus(hook-e-REE-a-nus)

Elaeocarpaceae(EL-ee-OH-kar-PAY-see-ee)