The New Zealand mountain cedar or pahautea is a stunning native tree. Here are 5 facts about this lovely, sometimes gnarled native tree. This tree is a type of cedar and can be recognised as such by looking at the ‘leaves’, which have that distinctive…
The rewarewa is a beautiful native New Zealand tree. Here are 6 facts about this tree that produces beautiful red nectar filled flowers. New Zealand has so many unique trees that stand out to me, such as the massive kauri, the majestic pohutukawas, and the…
These 5 New Zealand nature record holders include the tallest, largest, and longest living species. Here are just a few of the standout species that call these islands home. I am always fascinated with watching or seeing the best. I love watching the best athletes…
Lancewood is a unique native New Zealand tree that can be easily identified. Here are 7 facts about this common tree, including its two growth stages. I feel like I’ve been a bit remiss in not talking about Lancewood before. Lancewood is one of the…
The native kamahi tree is one of the trees that comprise the goblin forests in New Zealand. Read all about this common native forest tree here. One of the very first hikes I did upon arrival in New Zealand was a short walk on Mt.…
The nikau palm tree, New Zealand’s only native palm tree, is also the southernmost palm tree in the world! Learn about this native tree here. Most of the time I associate palm trees with tropical islands and sipping cocktails on the beach. Well, New Zealand…
The kowhai is an endemic tree to New Zealand that produces beautiful yellow flowers in the spring. Read 6 facts about this tree here. I love going for a walk in the spring and seeing some beautiful kowhai trees covered in yellow flowers. The tree…
New Zealand’s Endemic Kauri trees are some of the largest and oldest trees in the world! Here are 7 facts about these giant, ancient trees. There are some places in nature that seem to have a special feeling about them. I’ve been lucky enough to…
The Kahikatea is one of the endemic trees of New Zealand. Read 8 facts about this ancient tree, which is New Zealand’s tallest native tree. I love the natural world of New Zealand. The fact that there are no dangerous mammals or reptiles mean that…
New Zealand’s 10 tree ferns can be found throughout the country. This guide has general information about tree ferns and lists 4 common ones. As I’ve talked about again and again, the natural world of New Zealand is incredibly unique. In fact, about 80% of…