Only one clump seen here in this native forest.
Astelia nivicola, growing in mixed Chionochloa tussock grassland/herbfield. Extensive patches; common at this elevation.
Locally common along roadsides and in sand dunes. Naturalised from past plantings. Noted at several locations around Rekohu on this visit, usually near old homesteads or cemeteries / urupa.
Voucher: P.J. de Lange CH4519 (UNITEC, AK)