Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Economic Times
The Economic Times
Muskan Singh

In 2023, New Zealand scientists propagated a species once reduced to just two plants. Now, hundreds are being planted making it one of the country's biggest restoration successes

A New Zealand plant once feared to be on the verge of disappearing has been given a remarkable second chance. After years of careful work by conservationists, botanists and plant growers, hundreds of seedlings are now returning to their natural home. The restoration effort marks an important milestone for one of the country's rarest native species.

According to RNZ, around 250 Craspedia argentea seedlings are being planted this week at Mahaka Katia Scientific Reserve in Central Otago following years of careful breeding, propagation and restoration work.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.