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Kōrero: Plant extracts

Medicinal properties of kōkōmuka (koromiko)

Māori knew that many plants had medicinal properties. Hohepa Kereopa, a tohunga (priest) from the Ngāi Tūhoe tribe, explains how kōkōmuka (koromiko) is useful for curing constipation. Eating the young leaves will bring about more regular bowel movements.

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Nigel Perry, Plant extracts – Unique plants and chemicals, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/mi/video/14460/medicinal-properties-of-kokomuka-koromiko (accessed 4 June 2026).

He kōrero nā Nigel Perry, i tāngia i te 2 March 2009.

Comments

fay M Brorens
09 July 2024
Really? Is the translation correct. So surprised to hear this but also concerned. Koromiko is dangerous for pregnancy. Also I have used it to stop bowels.