This hardy coastal tree has an upright form when young, which matures into an open and spreading habit. It features distinctive, leathery, shiny green leaves, and produces large fruit that are roughly the size of dates. These fruits, which are red when unripe and turn to purple-black when ripe, are adored by birds, and are produced from early summer to mid-winter. However, this species is susceptible to frost damage. Planchonella costata is evergreen and native to New Zealand and Norfolk Island. Learn more about Planchonella costata.