Rongoā Plants

Sweet Almond Oil
Sweet Almond Oil
Sweet almond oil (Prunus amygdalus dulcis) is a light, nourishing carrier oil rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, used for moisturizing, soothing skin, and massage. Read more...
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus — aromatic evergreen used traditionally and in modern aromatherapy for respiratory relief, antimicrobial topical uses, and muscle‑soothing liniments; potent essential oil requires dilution. Read more...
Olive Squalane
Olive Squalane
Olive squalane is a stable, lightweight plant-derived emollient used in skincare to moisturize, support the skin barrier, and improve texture—well tolerated and non-greasy. Read more...
Taraire
Taraire
Taraire (Beilschmiedia tarairi) is a large native NZ canopy tree used in rongoā Māori for topical poultices and bark washes to treat wounds and aches; symbolically linked to protection, grounding,... Read more...
Tarata
Tarata
Tarata (Pittosporum eugenioides) is a fragrant native NZ tree used in rongoā for topical poultices, mild antiseptic washes, and aromatic cleansing; energetically linked to purification and protection. Read more...
Titoki
Titoki
Titoki (Alectryon excelsus) is a native New Zealand tree with bright red arils and black seeds; used traditionally for seasonal food and topical rongoā, symbolizing protection, renewal, and community. Read more...
Pukatea
Pukatea
Pukatea (Laurelia novae-zelandiae) is a native New Zealand swamp-forest tree used in rongoā Māori for topical wound care, anti‑inflammatory poultices, and symbolic resilience and healing. Read more...
Red Clover
Red Clover
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is a nitrogen‑fixing meadow herb whose flowers and leaves are used traditionally for menopausal support, respiratory and skin remedies, and as a nutritive spring tonic; contains... Read more...
Puriri
Puriri
Puriri (Vitex lucens) is a large native New Zealand evergreen tree valued in rongoā Māori for topical poultices and washes to treat wounds, skin complaints, and aches; ecologically important and... Read more...
Kohekohe
Kohekohe
Kohekohe (Dysoxylum spectabile) is a native New Zealand evergreen tree used in rongoā Māori for topical poultices and washes to soothe skin, wounds, and aches; it’s valued ecologically and symbolically... Read more...
Echinacea
Echinacea
Echinacea purpurea is a perennial medicinal herb traditionally used by Native Americans and widely adopted for immune support, wound healing, and respiratory complaints; it contains alkamides, caffeic acid derivatives, and... Read more...
Tātarāmoa
Tātarāmoa
Tātarāmoa (Rubus cissoides) is a native New Zealand climbing shrub with edible black fruit and traditional rongoā uses for wound care, digestive and respiratory support; it’s valued both as a... Read more...
Angiangi
Angiangi
Angiangi (Usnea lichens) are bushy, pale green fruticose lichens valued for antimicrobial and wound‑healing properties, traditional medicinal and ceremonial uses, and metaphysical associations with purification and protection Read more...
Tūpākihi
Tūpākihi
Tūpākihi (Coriaria arborea / tutu): a native NZ shrub noted for its bright berries and potent toxicity. Recognised in Māori knowledge with careful, context-specific handling; not safe for ingestion. Read more...
Kūmarahou
Kūmarahou
Kūmarahou: a native New Zealand shrub used in Māori rongoā for respiratory support, soothing washes, and restorative tonics. Learn about traditional preparations, gentle topical uses, sourcing, and safety guidance. Read more...
Kawakawa
Kawakawa
Kawakawa (Piper excelsum): a fragrant New Zealand native used in Māori rongoā for soothing skin, easing minor aches, and gentle digestive support. Learn about traditional uses, properties, sourcing, and safe... Read more...