Metrosideros umbellata, the southern rātā, is a tree endemic to New Zealand. It grows up to 15 metres (49 ft) or more tall with a trunk up to 1 metre (3 ft 3 in) or more in diameter. It produces …

Metrosideros robusta, commonly known as the northern rātā, is a forest tree endemic to New Zealand.

Rata, like its relative, pohutukawa, has the ability to sprout root systems as and where needed. These adventitious roots form out of trunks and branches; and are able to grow in air over …

Rata grow in coastal to lower montane forests, the northern (Metrosideros robusta) throughout the North Island and in the north-west of the South Island, and the southern (M. umbellata) mainly …

Northern rata grows to a height of 25m - 30m, with a lower trunk of up to 3m in diameter. This forest giant is one of New Zealand’s tallest flowering trees. It typically has wide spreading …

The easiest way to tell the Northern rata part from the others is the indented leaf tip. The Southern rata will have a pointer shape, but its defining characteristic is that it is a waxy finish on both …

The flowers of northern rata are red or yellow, never white, and the capsule valves of that species never protrude beyond the calyx rim. No other New Zealand Metrosideros has such easily …

Sep 28, 2018 · What is the difference between Rata and pohutukawa? Pohutukawa leaves are generally larger and darker green than northern rata and can have slightly rolled edges. The …

Northern rata (Metrosideros robusta A.Cunn2) may be one of New Zealand’s most fabulous native plants but Society members have previously held a very low opinion of the species.

Consistently flowering around Christmas time. Small, compact growth. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and …