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Tag: tree fern

6 Mamaku Facts – Common Black Tree Fern

  • Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021
  • New Zealand Nature

Mamaku is a common and widespread New Zealand tree fern. Here are 6 facts about this common black tree fern that has medicinal values. The tree ferns that can be found in the bush of New Zealand are one of the plants that give the…

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The Ultimate New Zealand Tree Fern Guide

  • Posted on January 10, 2020December 7, 2020
  • New Zealand Nature

This tree fern guide will help you to quickly and easily identify New Zealand’s tree ferns. Glancing at this guide will help you identify mamaku, ponga, wheki and more tree ferns. A US friend of mine that spent many months traveling in New Zealand remarked…

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2 Tips To Identify Wheki Tree Fern

  • Posted on November 10, 2019October 29, 2019
  • New Zealand Nature

The Wheki tree fern is one of the most common and abundant tree ferns in New Zealand. Here are 2 tips to help identify this endemic New Zealand plant. I love going for a walk in the native forests of New Zealand. As a friend…

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