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Rongoā nursery

Two men looking after plants at Pa Harakeke Native Plant Nursery

The plants harvested from Pa Harakeke Native Plant Nursery will in later years be used for their rongoā (medicinal) properties and in the making of natural medicines.

Rights: Pa Harakeke Eco-Cultural Centre

Published: 18 October 2010Size: 42.62 KB

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