This is because in its homeland it is subject to attack by scale insects that secrete a honeydew on which grows a sooty mold that eventually debilitates the plant .
Many more cultivars are available in New Zealand but often the plant performs better in cultivation overseas .
This is because in New Zealand 's homeland it is subject to attack by scale insects that secrete a honeydew on which grows a sooty mold that eventually debilitates the plant .
Many more cultivars are available in New Zealand but often the plant performs better in cultivation overseas .