Coprosma quadrifida 'Pricky Currant Bush Seeds

Coprosma quadrifida – Native Currant / Prickly Currant Bush – 5x Seeds ( Coprosma quadrifida ) Coprosma quadrifida , commonly known as the Native Currant or Prickly Currant Bush , is a hardy Australian native shrub that produces small, glossy red berries and dense, spiny foliage. Found naturally across south-eastern Australia, it’s an excellent choice for native hedges , wildlife habitat gardens , and bush tucker plantings . This evergreen shrub typically grows 2–3 metres tall and forms a dense, twiggy structure ideal for bird shelter and nesting . Small, inconspicuous greenish flowers appear in spring , followed by clusters of edible red-orange berries that attract birds and native fauna. The berries can also be eaten raw or made into jams. Coprosma quadrifida thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts to most soil types , tolerating frost, coastal exposure, and dry periods once established. A versatile and resilient native shrub that combines beauty, habitat value, and practical use in natural and designed landscapes. Bush food: The fruit is usually eaten raw , also nice in pies, cakes and tarts, the roasted seed is an excellent coffee substitute. Early settlers in Australia used the fruit in puddings and other sweet deserts. Germination:  Seed benefits from pre-treatment with an acid type substance to trigger germination. They can be placed in a container and covered with any type of vinegar and left to soak for a minimum 24 hours to several days before rinsing and sowin Sold on D&H Seed Harvest Co (https://dhseedharvestco.com/products/coprosma-quadrifida-pricky-currant-bush-seeds). The price shown is the retail price on that storefront on 2026-10-22, not a GreenB2B quote or a wholesale price.