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Kawakawa is a native New Zealand shrub with heart-shaped leaves. It has a long history of use in te ao Māori. Uses and knowledge vary between iwi and communities, and mātauranga Māori is living knowledge that should be approached respectfully. Kūmara is a cultivated food plant whose edible tubers provide energy and nutrients. Mānuka flowers provide nectar for insects, and mānuka is also valued in some Māori knowledge and contemporary products. A garden can support wellbeing by providing food, places to connect, opportunities for activity, and contact with nature. A plant’s traditional or commercial use does not prove that it is safe or effective as a treatment. Never self-diagnose or prepare remedies from wild plants.