Name: Stories Behind Some of Aotearoa’s Most Interesting Plants
Start: 2026-06-28T04:00:00+12:00
End: 2026-06-28T05:30:00+12:00
Location: Otari-Wilton's Bush

$Stories Behind Some of Aotearoa\u2019s Most Interesting Plants$

Why is speargrass so sharp? Why does the parapara have such sticky seeds (hint, little birds beware). Join Te Papa science researcher and evolutionary biologist Lara Shepherd on walk exploring Ōtari’s plant collection, where she’ll reveal all sorts of fascinating facts about our native species.
Meet at Tāne Whakapiripiri, Ōtari Visitor Centre. It is easy walking and family groups are welcome. We ask that dogs stay at home for everyones comfort and a smooth tour experience.
This is part of the Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush Trust’s annual guided walks programme. This year, they are on the fourth Sunday of the month, March – November, to celebrate 100 years of Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush. Join the Trust for only $20 for an individual or $30 for a double/family for a year and all the walks will be free, as well as other great benefits. www.owbt.nz/memberships-legacies/
Ōtari 100: Celebrating 100 years of native plants, conservation, and community. 1926-2026.