Kowhai ngutukaka or kakabeak is a shrub found only in New Zealand. It is a member of the pea family and its closest relatives are in Australia. In spring it produces stunning large red flowers which hang in clusters of 15-20 blooms.
Threatened species
If you are interested in beginning your own restoration project, the DOC publication ecological restoration guidelines (PDF, 396K) is a helpful resource.
Preventing the extinction of New Zealand’s unique plant and animal species is a critical element in the Government’s New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy: a responsibility we owe to the rest of the world. But this is not a small task.
A vital step in doing this is to identify those species that are at risk of extinction, and to measure the level and nature of that risk. This information will allow us to focus our resources on the highest priority actions necessary to prevent extinction.
Mainland islands Learn about this innovative approach to conserving our native plants.
The Loder Cup is awarded for plant conservation.
For further information or to volunteer your help contact the Technical Support Officer (Flora):
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