Ngā Rauropi Whakaoranga

mākākaka (Williams 1971), makahakaha (Best 1929) 

wireweed

Scraped and smoothed, then coiled up in water..to keep it soft and pliable. Might be soaked in oil for a while (possibly tītoki) prior to use. Used for tying the iho (cord) at birth (Best 1929).

"A creeping plant found growing on sandy areas. it is not a climbing plant" (Best)