Karaka (tree)

Karaka (tree)

Karaka (Corynocarpus laevigatus), is an evergreen laurifolia tree, of the family Corynocarpaceae, with large glossy leaves endemic to New Zealand, where it is widespread in mainly coastal situations, often forming a major component of coastal forest, although it is rarely a dominant tree. Sometimes Karaka occurs inland, usually the result of Māori plantings near former village sites.