Publisher's Synopsis
A considerable number of New Zealand native plants edible parts and have been a source of food since pre-European times. This revised and updated edition describes in detail over 160 native edible plants. Trees, shrubs, herbs, ferns, mushrooms, lichens and seaweeds are covered, with information on their utilization, in particular by Maoris, their nutritional value, where they can be found and when.;In a separate section, the author also covers poisonous plants that are native to New Zealand or are likely to be confused with other plants described in the book. It should be of interest to trampers, botanists and all who appreciate New Zealand's native flora.
