Melicope simplex

(Melicope simplex)

Description

Melicope simplex is a shrub in the Rutaceae family that is native to New Zealand. M. simplex, commonly known as poataniwha, is a shrub growing to 4 metres (13 ft) high. It has small, 1 to 2 centimetres (0.39 to 0.79 in) long serrated leaves, and produces white flowers followed by tiny black seeds.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum:
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order:Sapindales
Family:Rutaceae
Genus:Melicope
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