10m. Often a dome shaped tree with bright green fleshy leaves that have a “rough" looking surface that are oil glands. On holding the leaves up to light these are easily seen.  A hardy plant that is salt tolerant, withstands wind – ideal in exposed situations.

White purple spotted flowers occur between mid spring and mid summer.

Berries ripen summer autumn.

The Ngaio plants around the lighthouse are the Tasmanian form.

Rapid shade producer.