SPEAKER SERIES | When we think of watercress, we picture lush green leaves thriving in clean streams, but the variety most of us know is an introduced species.

Did you know Aotearoa has its own native watercress species? These taonga are incredibly rare, yet they hold cultural and ecological significance.

Join us for an insightful talk that explores the fascinating world of native watercress, including Rorippa divaricata, a species with exciting potential as a future salad ingredient for Kiwi tables. Learn about their history, unique characteristics and why protecting these plants matters for biodiversity and food innovation.

This talk is part of our Speaker Series: Stories of Our Native Species. Check out other events in the series HERE.

Thanks to Kaipātiki Local Board for supporting this speaker series.