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Karaka tree leaves

Karaka tree leaves

The karaka tree, whose berries are a source of food, is thought to have been brought to New Zealand on the Kurahaupō canoe.

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Mere Whaanga. 'Ngāti Rongomaiwahine', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 2-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/ngati-rongomaiwahine/2/1