12m. An erect small tree with thick leathery leaves that have saw toothed margins.

The sexes of Pigeon Wood are on different trees. The flowers have a strong aromatic scent.

The fruit is held in clusters of juicy fruits (drupes) which are bright redish orange when ripe.

A favourite fruit of the native Pigeon.

Abundant in lowland to mountain forests. Also found on the Three Kings Islands.

Flowering throughout spring and early summer with the berries from mid spring through summer.

Photography by Peter Craw © (left) and by Neil Davies © (right)