Weedy patch in middle of taro swamps. Very damp volcanic soil. Vegetation: taro, Paspalum, Ludwigia.
Notes:
Fleshy light green whitish stem. Leaves alternate, parallel veination. Petiole hairy at leaf base, with pinkish hue. Flowers blue with 2 upper petals and 1 lower. Stamens yellow. Only in flower at this site. Frequently seen on island. Native name: Mouku.
Specimen notes
Supplementary remarks:
Expedition: Oxford University Expedition to the Cook Islands 1991. (Botanical Survey Mitiaro, 23rd June - 15th August 1991).