Myrsine salicina. Toro.
Māori names
Fishing and hunting
Used as the lowest (and most important piece) in the handle of a bag net by Rotorua Māori. A straight piece chosen. Very springy wood which will not break or snap. Mapou (Myrsine australis) also used. (Te Rangi Hiroa 1921)
Metadata
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28 May 2007
4 June 2020