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Despite being perhaps one of the more important native plants in New Zealand, for most of the 20th century Mānuka was viewed as a noxious weed. However, with greater research and understanding, Mānuka has had almost a complete reversal in its relationship with the New Zealand people.

The blazing red flowers of pōhutukawa around Christmas time have earned this tree the title of New Zealand's Christmas tree.

The Nīkau Palm is unique to New Zealand and it primarily occurs in coastal to lowland forest in warmer regions.

This New Zealand symbol is considered a badge of honour by the people, products and services of our country that carry it.

Kauri are a cornerstone of the indigenous forests of the upper North Island. They are also one of the longest-living tree species in the world (reaching ages of 1000 years-plus), as well as the largest.