... deposits at Makauwahi Cave, on the south shore of Kaua'i, suggesting that this now rare and geographically limited species may have been much ...

... ovate hairless (or nearly so) leaves up to four inches (10 cm) long with sometimes entire, sometimes toothed, margins; leaves may sometimes have ...

... Koki'o seeds resemble those of Hawai'i's native cotton, maʻo (Gossypium tomentosum), which may explain why koki'o was once placed in the ...

... One can only guess why kīpūkai is not a more popular cultivated native plant here in Hawai'i, but it may be because it often loses out in planting ...

... Watering may depend on the origin of the plants, but it appears to be rather adaptable. Still, it may be best to keep the soil on the moist side ...

... While it is naturally drought-tolerant, it may require more water when cultivated, especially in pots. If grown in containers ...

... It's important to note that ʻaʻaliʻi, like many native Hawaiian plants, may behave differently in cultivation than in its natural habitat ...

... residents mention dark-colored ʻōhiʻa flowers near Keahikawelo, Lānaʻi, that were described as either black or brown but may have actually ...

... periods. Mikinalo will also tolerate high winds at times, but may lose the dewy tips on the leaf tentacles. Not to fear, though ...

... Therefore, if you feel you don't have the time to closely monitor for and quickly take action to control these pests, you may want to opt for a less ...