» This article is about the evergreen tree. For the locality in Southland, see Kapuka, New Zealand. Kapuka (Griselinia littoralis) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree growing up to 20 m tall, though often much less, particularly in coastal exposure. It is native to New Zealand, where it typically grows in coastal locations. It is widely cultivated both in New Zealand and in other areas with mild oceanic climates such as Great Britain, where it's valued for its tolerance of salt carried on… (More on Kapuka)