The Rimu, 'Dacrydium Cupressinum' is a native NZ coniferous tree That can live fro more than 1000 years. It is a slow growing tree that can grow up to 50m high and is found in the North Island, South Island, and Stewart Island, particularly the west coast of South Island. Rimu was historically one of the main sources of wood for NZ, and used to make furniture, Weatherboards, flooring & doors. The government does not allow Rimu trees to be cut down in public forests, only limited trees can be cut on private land, however the wood is still used to make furniture and housing. Maori used to use the leaves in the rimu tree in vapour baths, and the wood was used to make weapons such as spears.
Rimu is the best tree in the school because it is a cool tree and it represents the best house in the school.
Good basic information about Rimu. It seems to be written in your own words, which I appreciate. You need to present this in a more creative manner as it is pretty dry information. Put your fantastic art skills to use Cole.
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