Latin name: Nestegis apetala

Common name: Apetala Nestegis

Abbr: Nap

Taxonomy: Oleaceae/Oleeae/Nestegis

References : NCBI:txid1306256

Introduction: The flower of Nestegis apetala is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.Nestegis apetala (also called Apetala Nestegis, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to New Zealand. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 15 m tall. Its leaves are bright green, alternate, and lance-shaped. It is found in open forests and woodlands, often in rocky areas.

Distribution: Native to New Zealand.

Information sources: SELINA WAMUCII