Coprosma microcarpa is a species of plant, endemic to New Zealand.
Description The branches are generally horizontal, and the leaves are opposite, giving this Coprosma a distinctive appearance. There are minute hairs between the leaves on the steam, which can be seen with a hand lens.
The drupes are white and small, between 3–5 mm in diameter.
Distribution and habitat This species is known from both the North and South Island of New Zealand.
It is currently not considered threatened.
Etymology Microcarpa means 'small fruit' in Latin.
Taxonomy This species was first described in 1852 by Joseph Dalton Hooker.
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