pukatea
/ˌpʊkəˈteɪə/NZ
noun
A tall New Zealand forest tree, Laurelia novae-zelandiae (family Monimiaceae), which has glossy aromatic leaves and small racemes of tiny yellowish flowers and is noted for having plank buttresses at its base. Also: the tough pale brown wood of this tree, used for boatbuilding and furniture.
Origin
Mid 19th century; earliest use found in New Zealand Journal. From Maori pukatea.