Mountain Horopito (Pseudowintera Colorata) is a perennial shrub in the Winteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A dark evergreen shrub or small tree endemic to New Zealand, known for its pepper-tasting leaves with red blotches and yellow-green flowers.

Mountain Horopito

Mountain Horopito

Pseudowintera Colorata

A dark evergreen shrub or small tree endemic to New Zealand, known for its pepper-tasting leaves with red blotches and yellow-green flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental foliage, wildlife habitat, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Horopito

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Winteraceae
Genus:Pseudowintera