Pōhā are storage containers used to transport and preserve important resources such as kōura, tuna and tītī (mutton birds). The pōhā used for tītī are made of rimurapa (bull kelp), harakeke and the shedding bark of the tōtara tree. These materials are carefully selected and prepared using knowledge passed down through generations.
Related resources
Ngāi Tahu Mahinga Kai video
- Pōhā awarua – featuring pōhā expert Graham ‘Tiny’ Metzger, Ngāti Kurī/Rakiura
- Download a PDF of the video transcript here
Articles
- Pōhā – rokiroki kai – Science Learning Hub
- Traditional Māori food gathering – Te Papa Tongarewa
- Pōhā: A clever way of storing food – School Journal, Level 2, 2014
Video
- A seaweed pantry – tales from Te Papa – Te Papa Tongarewa
