This blog focuses on New Zealand's Native plants that are said to have medicinal properties.
It describes the plants, any current research and development, new products and uses in food.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Kokihi - New Zealand Spinach
Kokihi - New Zealand Spinach.
Used by Captain Cook to prevent scurvy.
Maori children used to make a red ink from its berries... the ink fades though!! Non-permanent tattoos - what a brilliant idea.
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