Natural Science Specimen
Natural Science Specimen
Classifier
Scientific Name
Lepturus repens (G.Forst.) R.Br.
Classification
Family
Genus
Species
Specimen Category
Storage Method
Field Collection Place
Locality Description
New Zealand, Kermadec Ecological Region and District, Kermadec Islands Nature Reserve, Northern Kermadec Islands group, Herald Islets, North Chanter (below northern summit on north-eastern side)
Field Collection Date
16 May 2011
Field Collection Notes
Uncommon. One patch seen growing in makatea (comprised of coralline limestone and numerous in situ coral specimens) near sea level. Growth habit erect, not creeping (AT ALL). Leaves glaucous. Plant fruiting.
Field Collector
Field Collection latitude/longitude
-29.25078, -177.85511
-177.85511, -177.85511
Last Update
16 May 2017
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