This large shrub to small tree has upright spreading branches that form a dense rounded crown. It has dark green divided leaves with oblong leaflets and the small fragrant green-cream star-shaped flowers appear in clusters during winter. 

Hardiness zones 9 to 11 

Pseudopanax arboreus is naturally found in New Zealand from the north Island to the South Island and extending to Stewart Island where it grows from sea level to an altitude of 1,370m (4,200ft). It appears in lowland scrub to mountain forests tolerating a wide range of well drained soils and sunny to shaded positions. It tolerates salt-laden winds, drought and frost.

The Five Finger Whauwhaupaku is grown for its foliage and its fragrant flowers. It tolerates most situations and is planted in parks and gardens for background screening or as a specimen. It establishes in 3 to 4 years and is suitable for coastal regions. It is also planted in courtyards for shade or planted around buildings and new developments. ID 2817

Note:
This plant is not commonly cultivated outside its native environment and may be difficult to obtained, requiring a specialist nursery.

Pseudopanax (soo-doe-PAN-aks) arboreus (ar-BOR-ee-us)

Araliaceae (ah-RA-lee-AY-see-ee)