Myoporum laetum

Myoporum laetum, commonly known as ngaio /ˈnaɪ.oʊ/ or mousehole tree is a plant in the family Scrophulariaceae endemic to New Zealand, including the Chatham Islands. It is a fast growing shrub, readily distinguished from others in the genus by the transparent dots in the leaves which are visible when held to a light.

Myoporum laetum

Myoporum laetum, commonly known as ngaio /ˈnaɪ.oʊ/ or mousehole tree is a plant in the family Scrophulariaceae endemic to New Zealand, including the Chatham Islands. It is a fast growing shrub, readily distinguished from others in the genus by the transparent dots in the leaves which are visible when held to a light.