| Other Names |
Kukui, kuikui |
| Status |
Indigenous (Polynesian
introduction) |
| Distribution
& Habitat |
Found from sea level to 700
m (2,100 ft) on all the main islands except Kaho`olawe.
A common component of the vegetation in mesic areas, such
as the base and slopes of valleys (Wagner, et al. 19XX: 598). |
| Locations
in this Guide |
Kipuka Puaulu (a small stand of several large trees on
the right of the trail, across from the large open area near the end of
the trail). |
| General Appearance |
| Large trees, 10 to 20
m (30 to 60 ft) tall. |
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| Leaves |
| The leaves are pale
green. The shape is variable. |
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| Flowers & Fruits |
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| Fruits are 5 to 6 cm
in diameter. There are 1 to 2 seeds, each 3 to 4 cm in diameter. |
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| Other Notes |
The nuts of this plant were
used by Hawaiians to make torches. Seeds were strung on a palm leaf
midrib. Kukui oil was used for lamps. Other uses include a
source of dye and medicines (Wagner, et al., 19XX: 598). |