Titoki
Genus and Species:	Alectryon excelsus
Maori Name:	Titoki
Maximum height:	4m
An attractive tree with glossy mid green pinnate leaves, generally with serrated edges. The fresh young growth is paler in colour with a reddish tinge. Scarlet seed capsules split to reveal shiny black seed, like precious jewels. Hardiness: Hardy. Height by Width: 4 x 4m An oil pressed from the fruits relieved earache, weak eyes, sores, bruises and sprains.