Pluchea odorata (L.) Cass. Gallagher J. (BISH), Hamilton 4 (BISH), Long 1907, 1908, 2753, 2786 (UH). This introduced ornamental was probably introduced during the second world war. It appears to be spreading on the north side and on the north end of the southwest peninsula where it forms thickets. Pluchea indica X odorata Long 2788, 3429, 3436 (UH). This natural hybrid is persisting and spreading on the north side near the airport. Natural hybrids were also found on Palmyra Island. Verbesina encelioides (Cav.) Benth. and Hook. Long 3439 (UH). Ornamental planting persisting in front of the BOQ near London. This species was also observed growing as an ornamental near houses in the village. There is no evidence that this species is spreading from the village area. Vernonia cinerea Less. Bergman 22 (BISH), Long 3492 (UH). This species was introduced before 1924. Common in London village and sparingly along the road leading north from the village. Hibiscus tiliaceus L. Bergman 17 (BISH); Fosberg 13267 (BISH); Hamilton 15 (BISH); Long 3442 (UH). A small tree, introduced before 1924 but not included in Christo- phersen's paper of 1927. This plant was observed in the village and planted near the abandoned barracks on the northwest side. Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L. var. Long 3398, 3442 (UH). An introduced ornamental shrub common in the village of London. This large flowered shrub is highly prized by the Gilbertese for ornament. Sida Fallax Walp. Dall s.n. (USNM) as S. Dielli; Bergman 18 (BISH) as S. rhombifolia; Fosberg 13191, 13283 (BISH); Fosberg and Metraux 13210 (BISH); Fosberg and Metraux 13225. Gallagher E (BISH); Hamilton 6 (BISH); Long 1858, 1887, 1919, 2756, 2772, 2776, 3403, 3425 (UH). This native shrub is common on the up- land areas in sandy soil with Lepturus and Portulaca lutea. Caricaceae Carica papaya L. Long 3437 (UH). Several plants were observed near the airport and in the village of London. Several informants told me that this species is difficult to grow and seldom bears fruits. Cucurbitaceae Cucumis sativus L. Long 3440 (UH). Formerly cultivated near the BOQ by London village.