Akeake (Dodonaea viscosa)

Common name: Akeake

Akeake is a hardy, fast-growing shrub suited to coastal and exposed sites, commonly used for shelter and restoration planting.

Purei is a robust wetland sedge suited to stormwater treatment areas, wetland edges, and low-lying riparian planting.

Availability

Eco-sourced native plants are available for project-scale planting and grow-to-order programmes. Contact us to discuss plant supply.

Suitable for

Coastal planting

Exposed and dry sites

Shelter planting

Characteristics

Height: up to 3–6m

Form: upright shrub or small tree

Habitat: coastal and open lowland environments

Light: full sun

Frost tolerance: moderate

Restoration uses

Coastal restoration

Shelter and windbreak planting

Early-stage revegetation

Soil stabilisation