Rātā: Traditional Uses & Phytochemical Analysis
The Rātā medicinal plant, comprising primarily Northern Rātā (Metrosideros robusta) and Southern Rātā (Metrosideros umbellata), is a cornerstone of Rongoā […]
Manuka: Beyond Honey – Medicinal Uses & Evidence
Manuka essential oil benefits are primarily derived from its high concentration of beta-triketones, which provide exceptional antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory
Harakeke (Flax): Modern Research on Its Medicinal Properties
Harakeke medicinal research focuses on validating the therapeutic properties of Phormium tenax (New Zealand Flax), particularly its efficacy in wound
Kawakawa: Scientific Studies & Therapeutic Potential
Kawakawa scientific research primarily focuses on validating the pharmacological activities of Piper excelsum, specifically its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and analgesic properties
Connecting with Mātauranga Māori (Māori Knowledge) for Health
Mātauranga Māori health refers to the holistic application of ancestral Māori knowledge, values, and practices to promote total well-being (hauora).
Rongoā for Everyday Ailments: Coughs, Colds, and Minor Injuries
Rongoā home remedies utilize New Zealand’s native flora, such as Kawakawa, Manuka, and Koromiko, to treat everyday ailments through holistic
Identifying Authentic Rongoā Practitioners and Resources
An authentic Rongoā practitioner is a traditional healer grounded in Mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) who operates under strict tikanga (cultural
The History and Evolution of Rongoā Māori Practice
The history of Rongoā traces the evolution of traditional Māori healing from its origins as a pre-European holistic system grounded
Rongoā for Emotional and Spiritual Wellbeing
Rongoā mental health support is a holistic practice rooted in Māori healing traditions that addresses emotional and spiritual wellbeing by
Ethical Sourcing and Sustainable Harvesting of Rongoā Plants
Sustainable Rongoā harvesting is the ethical practice of gathering traditional Māori medicinal plants guided by the principles of kaitiakitanga (guardianship)