The native flora of New Zealand is unique having evolved in isolation for millions of years.

80% of our trees, ferns and flowering plants are endemic (found only in New Zealand).

About 1 -15% of the total land area of New Zealand is covered with native flora, from tall kauri and kohekohe forests to rainforest dominated by rimu, beech, tawa, matai and rata; ferns and flax; dunelands with their spinifex and pingao; alpine and subalpine herb fields; and scrub and tussock. 




 
Publication

Threatened species

If you are interested in beginning your own restoration project, the DOC publication ecological restoration guidelines (PDF, 396K) is a helpful resource.

Information

Native plants and restoration projects

Mainland islands An innovative approach to conserving our native plants.

The Loder Cup is awarded for plant conservation.