Kōwhai is highly valued in Māori culture and is seen as a symbol of strength and courage. The tree's yellow flowers are also used in traditional Māori medicine for treating a range of ailments, including colds and skin infections. Tui feed on the nectar of Kōwhai flowers. Kōwhai is located in our community area. 

Koromiko is widespread throughout New Zealand and is known by Māori for medicinal use. It was considered good for the kidneys and the digestive system and used as a tonic at times. Koromiko Road is located near to Rutherford Junior High School. 

In Māori culture, Karamu has several traditional uses. The berries are edible and were used for food. The wood was used to make tools and weapons. The plant also has medicinal properties and was used to treat various ailments. Karamu St is located nearby Rutherford Junior High School. 

Karaka is vital to New Zealand's forest ecosystems, providing habitat and food for various bird adn insect species. The fruit is significant to our native birds. Kererū are the only birds that are big enough to swallow the large fruits of the Karaka tree. Karaka Street is located in our community area too.