What is "konini"

konini \konini\ n. An erect deciduous shrub or tree ( Fuchsia excorticata), native to New Zealand, growing up to 10 feet, with maroon-flushed flowers.

Syn: tree fuchsia, native fuchsia, Fuchsia excorticata.

n. erect deciduous shrub or tree to 10 feet with maroon-flushed flowers; New Zealand [syn: tree fuchsia, native fuchsia, Fuchsia excorticata]

Konini is a suburb in the west of Auckland, New Zealand, under the local governance of the Waitakere City Council. According to the 2001 census, Konini has a population of 3522.

Konini is enclosed in lush bush at the western ends and tranquil suburban streets to the east. The Primary school is a prominent landmark, along with Konini Road itself; a long bending street that moves from the suburb of Glen Eden to the idyllic setting of the Waitakere Ranges and native rain forest. The local State secondary schools are Kelston Boys' High School and Kelston Girls' High School.

Category:Suburbs of Auckland Category:Waitakere City