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Rata (Metrosideros robusta)

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Large forest specimen. Slow to 4m @ 10 years, then to 40m. Hardy. Prefers moisture & shade. Northern Rata is from Nelson north. Starts in wild as epiphyte. Orange-red flowers in midsummer. Tough hard timber. Cousin of Pohutukawa.

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