Hoheria populnea is a small tree that is native to New Zealand. It is also commonly known as lacebark, houhere, and ribbonwood. The tree is renowned for its beautiful, white flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer. In addition to its stunning appearance, hoheria populnea also has a number of medicinal properties and is used in traditional Māori medicine. Some other synonyms for hoheria populnea include hoheria angustifolia, hoheria lyallii, and hoheria sextylosa. Regardless of the name it goes by, hoheria populnea is a remarkable and valuable addition to any garden or landscape.