Fuchsia Excorticata, commonly known as tree fuchsia or konini, is a species of flowering tree native to New Zealand. There are several synonyms for this species, including Fuchsia arborea, Fuchsia excorticata var. procumbens, and Fuchsia excorticata var. purpurascens. These synonyms refer to slight variations of the species, such as growth habit and coloration. The tree fuchsia is a popular ornamental plant known for its showy, pink-purple flowers and attractive peeling bark. It is also traditionally used by the Maori people for its medicinal properties and as a dye plant. The tree fuchsia is an important part of New Zealand's ecological and cultural heritage.