Pōhutukawa
Bumper year for pōhutukawa: What you need to know
24 Dec 2023
Explainer - No, you're not imagining things. The pōhutukawa really are bigger and brighter this year. RNZ asks an expert what's going on.
Pōhutukawa poisoning in Taranaki: 'It's lawlessness'
1 Dec 2017
Authorities in Taranaki are investigating the poisoning of a pōhutukawa planted by two air force veterans as a symbol of their friendship in 1951. Audio
Myrtle rust putting pōhutukawa at dire risk
1 Jun 2017
Officials are warning the iconic pōhutukawa could be one of the worst affected plants and even die off completely as the outbreak spreads. Audio
New Plymouth view seekers suspected after Pōhutukawa 'butchered'
16 Mar 2017
Pōhutukawa are being routinely killed in New Plymouth, and suspicion is falling on homeowners wanting to enhance sea views.
