Growing under a large mango (Mangifera) tree, in shade. Damp, rich volcanic soil. Vegetation: Nephrolepis, Inocarpus, and a small breadfruit .
Notes:
Arborescent plant with trunk up to 2 m tall, annular scars. Leaves erect, dark shining green above, terminal, with a thickened midrib. Old leaves turning yellow. Native name: Ti.
Observed species:
Mangifera
Specimen notes
Supplementary remarks:
Expedition: Oxford University Expedition to the Cook Islands 1991. (Botanical Survey Mitiaro, 23rd June - 15th August 1991).