Astelia fragrans. Kakaha. Bush flax

Flowers are completely concealed amongst the leaves. Very fragrant, honey-like scent. (Colenso 1882)

Astelia species used with harakeke, kiekie, pingao in plaiting baskets to give different hues. Colenso 1891b

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14 September 2009

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22 June 2020