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  • proper noun A taxonomic genus within the family Corynocarpaceae — the karaka tree.

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Examples

  • The coastal forest is very diverse and includes northern rata (Metrosideros robusta), karaka (Corynocarpus laevigatus), and the nikau palm (Rhopalostylis sapida).

    Nelson Coast temperate forests 2008

  • Corynocarpus laevigatus (karaka), Hoheria populnea

    Museum Blogs 2010

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