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'''''S. microphylla''''' is a semi-deciduous, moderately fast growing tree native to all parts of New Zealand. Unlike its cousin ''[[S. tetraptera]]'', it has smaller leaflets of usually less than 10mm long, smaller flowers and tangled juvenile growth.

'''''S. microphylla''''' or '''[[Kowhai]]''' is a semi-deciduous, moderately fast growing tree native to all parts of New Zealand. Unlike its cousin ''[[S. tetraptera]]'', it has smaller leaflets of usually less than 10mm long, smaller flowers and tangled juvenile growth.

During spring, massed displays of tubular, yellow flowers of around 40mm appear. These are a favourite of both flower lovers and New Zealand native birds, who will rip the flower apart in order to get the nectar, rather than going through the mouth of the flower.

During spring, massed displays of tubular, yellow flowers of around 40mm appear. These are a favourite of both flower lovers and New Zealand native birds, who will rip the flower apart in order to get the nectar, rather than going through the mouth of the flower.