Elaeocarpus bojeri (Elaeocarpaceae)

Elaeocarpus bojeri (Elaeocarpaceae) is endemic to the Cloud Forest of Mauritius with less than 10 individuals in two known locations in the wild. These populations are found on Le Pouce Mountain and Piton Grand Bassin.

This critically endangered species grows to a height of 3m and flowers from July to November

Its common name in Mauritius is "Bois Dentelle" and  "Lace Wood" in English because of the delicate flowers.

Tree transplanted to Curepipe Nursery compound laden with flower buds

Prior to the construction of  the Hanuman Temple on Piton Grand Bassin, a tree falling in the alignment of the structure was transplanted to Curepipe Nursery under directions from late Conservator of Forests, Mr. A.W. Owadally, The tree is now healthy, flowers regularly and a few natural seedlings have even been collected.

A layering from the same tree was planted in the arboretum before the inauguration of Mon Vert Walk and it is healthy also. It is worthy to note that Mr. Bhujohory, Senior Forest Conservation and Enforcement Officer  has successfully  propagated a few plants by air-layering.