Durvillaea poha is a large, robust species of southern bull kelp found in New Zealand.

[3] The specific epithet is from pōhā, storage bags made by Māori out of kelp fronds.

[7][8] The species has wide, air filled blades with a 'honeycomb' structure, and relative stout, pale or orange stipes.

[1][3][4][6] Based on genetic data, the species appears to have undergone a recent range expansion into the North Island, as it can be found at low frequencies along the Wellington coastline.

[7][8][9] Pōhā bags are especially associated with the Ngāi Tahu people (iwi), and are often used to carry and store muttonbird (tītī) chicks.