TRADITIONAL MAORI MEDICINE
What is Rongoā Māori?
Rongoā Māori is more than a treatment. It is a relationship with ourselves, our people, our whenua and the natural world.
OUR ROOTS
Rongoā Māori is the traditional Māori system of healing and wellbeing, grounded in mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge), whakapapa, tikanga and our connection to te taiao (the natural world). Knowledge passed down through generations continues to guide the way we care for ourselves, our whānau and our communities.
A HOLISTIC APPROACH –
Te Whare Tapa Whā
Rongoā Māori recognises that wellbeing is interconnected. Tinana (physical), hinengaro (mental and emotional), wairua (spiritual) and whānau (family and relationships) all contribute to our overall hauora. When we nurture these connections, we support balance and wellbeing within ourselves.
THE PRACTICES - Ngā Mahi
Rongoā Māori includes a range of traditional practices, each with its own purpose and knowledge. These may include mirimiri and romiromi (bodywork), rongoā rākau (plant-based preparations), karakia, kōrero and mahi wairua. The approach is guided by tikanga, mātauranga and the needs of the individual.
These are the practices we use, however there are far more that come in under the rongoā umberlla like taongoa puoro, kapa haka and beyond.
THE INTENTION – Te Whakaora
At its heart, Rongoā Māori is about nurturing connection, restoring balance and supporting wellbeing. It reminds us that we are connected to ourselves, our whānau, our whenua and the natural world. It is more than a treatment; it is a way of caring for ourselves and one another.
At PIKO BU, we honour these traditions through our mahi. We offer a space to arrive as you are, be heard, reconnect with your tinana and nurture your hauora.
Rongoā Māori is best felt, not just explained.
Rongoa Maori Traditional Healing
Kawakawa – A treasured rakau
Kawakawa is one of the most recognised plants in Māori rongoā. With its heart-shaped leaves and deep connection to traditional healing practices, kawakawa has been valued across generations. It holds an important place in our relationship with te taiao and the knowledge passed down through our tīpuna.
Handmade in Kaikōura using New Zealand hemp seed oil, slowly infused with handpicked kawakawa, Kaikōura unrefined beeswax and organic lemongrass essential oil.
Kawakawa has long been valued in Māori rongoā. Hemp seed oil is naturally rich in essential fatty acids, including omega 3 and 6, making it a nourishing addition to everyday skin care.
A holistic approach to wellbeing, grounded in the wisdom of our tīpuna, our connection to te taiao and the balance of tinana, hinengaro, wairua and whānau.