Story: Shrubs and small trees of the forest

Lacebark

Lacebark

Lacebark (Hoheria populnea) derives its common name from its inner layer of bark, which is perforated and has a lacy appearance. The veins on its oval leaves are prominent.

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Joanna Orwin, 'Shrubs and small trees of the forest - Lacebarks and ribbonwoods', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/photograph/13821/lacebark (accessed 17 April 2024)

Story by Joanna Orwin, published 24 Sep 2007, updated 1 Jul 2015