A simple, illustrated guide to common New Zealand native trees, including identification, ecology and uses, by best-selling author Andrew Crowe.

Use Crowe's unique leaf key to confidently identify common New Zealand native trees.

* Colour photographs of leaves, flowers, fruit and associated creatures
* Graphics giving tree shape and height
* Tree distribution maps
* ID checklists listing distinguishing features
* Details on the origins of Maori names


Discover the known uses of each tree, from dyes, perfumes, honey and bootlaces, to food, medicine, fire-making and timber. Also, learn how to grow each tree in your own garden.