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Geniostoma sykesii (also known as Ange, or Makatea Geniostoma[3]) is a species of flowering plant in the family Loganiaceae, endemic to the islands of Mangaia and Mitiaro in the Cook Islands.[1] It grows on makatea (uplifted fossilised coral) terrain. Its dried leaves are used in ‘ei (floral necklaces), and used to scent multiple products.[2]

Geniostoma sykesii
Herbarium specimen from Auckland War Memorial Museum
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Clade:	Tracheophytes
Clade:	Angiosperms
Clade:	Eudicots
Clade:	Asterids
Order:	Gentianales
Family:	Loganiaceae
Genus:	Geniostoma
Species:	G. sykesii
Binomial name
Geniostoma sykesii Fosberg & Sachet.[1]
Synonyms[2]
Makatea Geniostoma

Description

Geniostoma sykesii grows to around two metres high.[4] It is a small shrub. Its twigs are puberulent. The internodes are 1-4 centimetres long.[5] When it becomes ripe, it changes color from green to black. Its seeds are bright orange.[4]

Distribution

Geniostoma sykesii is endemic to Mangaia and Mitiaro, which are both located in the Cook Islands.[1] However, government studies have show that the population of the plant is declining.[6]

Usage

Geniostoma sykesii has been commonly used for multiple reasons. It is mostly used to produce the scent of coconut oil,[2] perfume,[7] and garlands.[7]

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