| Other Names |
Maile |
| Status |
Endemic |
| Distribution
& Habitat |
You can find this species
growing from near sea level up to about 2,000 m (6,000 ft). It is
found on all the main islands except Kaho`olawe and Ni`ihau (although it may
have occurred there).
There is an extremely wide range of habitats with this
species found on sites ranging from those that are dry and open through wet
forests with a closed canopy. It varies in its occurrence from being
an occasional plant to sometimes being common (Wagner, et al. 19XX: 214). |
| Locations
in this Guide |
Kipuka Puaulu (spread through the kipuka, with a plant
to the right of the trail just before it branches at the start; most of
the plants are found along both sides of the trail beyond the junction to
the large koa). |
| General Appearance |
| This is generally a
liana (quite a rare life form among the native species), although in
some parts of its overall range it can be found as a shrub.
The shape of the plant, as well as its leaves,
is extremely variable. |
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| Leaves |
| The upper surface is
glossy. The shape, texture and size of the
leaves is very variable.
Crushed leaves are often very fragrant. |
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| Flowers & Fruits |
| Flowers occur in
groups of three to five and are greenish to yellowish white. |
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| Phenology |
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| Natural History |
This is an important plant
to Hawaiian culture as it is used for decorations and lei. |
| Conservation |
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| Miscellaneous Photos |
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| Other Notes |
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