Metrosideros polymorpha - Wikipedia
Metrosideros polymorpha, the ʻōhiʻa lehua, [ 4 ] is a species of flowering evergreen tree in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae, that is endemic to the six largest islands of Hawaiʻi. It is a member of the diverse Metrosideros genus, which are widespread over the …
5 Things You Need to Know About the ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Tree
2021年4月23日 · One of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic tree, the ʻōhiʻa lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands and is steeped in the Islands’ history. The flowers are gorgeous—coming in a variety of colors from red to yellow and even white—and have played muse for many local clothing and accessory designers.
ʻŌhiʻa - U.S. National Park Service
2021年11月2日 · ʻŌhiʻa. Many Hawaiian moʻolelo (stories) involve the ʻōhia tree and its fiery red flowers that adorn the landscape. ʻŌhiʻa lehua (NPS Photo) “Hele pololei aku nei ʻo ia a ka pūnāwai a iho nei ke poʻo i lalo i loko o ka wai, a ʻo ke kino, ua lilo aʻela i kumu ʻōhiʻa."
ʻŌhiʻa Lehua • Manoa Heritage Center
Flowers, buds, seed capsules, liko (new leaves) can be used to make lei and adorn hula altars since Hiʻiaka, the goddess of hula is also the goddess of the ʻōhiʻa forests. ʻŌhiʻa trees and forests are also considered to be sacred to Pele, the volcano goddess, and Laka goddess of hula.
Division of Forestry and Wildlife: Forestry Program | ‘Ōhi‘a lehua
‘Ōhi‘a lehua is endemic to the six largest islands of Hawai’i and is the most common native Hawaiian tree, comprising 80% of Hawaii’s native forests. It is a member of the Myrtaceae family. It is the dominant tree above 1,300 ft. ‘Ōhi‘a lehua is a very slow growing tree, which grows from 20 to 25 m (66 to 82 ft) tall in favorable ...
The cultural significance of ohia lehua - Hawaii Magazine
2016年4月12日 · The hardy native ohia lehua is one of the first plants to recolonize otherwise barren lands blanketed in lava, and perhaps because of its ability to thrive in Pele’s creations —or perhaps because of its ashy bark and explosion of blooms that come in bright and fiery orange, yellow, pink and red—many associate the plant with the Hawaiian ...
'Ōhi'a - Ulana
ʻŌhiʻa. Significance. One of the most cherished, storied, and beloved lāʻau central to the Hawaiian culture is the ʻōhiʻa lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha). A plant so deeply ingrained in genealogy, traditional moʻolelo, and a cultural landscape.
Ohia Lehua, a Legendary Plant of Hawaii | Endemic Hawaii Plants
2020年4月24日 · Ohia lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) is endemic to the six largest islands in Hawaii, where it can be seen just about anywhere up to 8200 feet above sea level. It’s a tough plant, part of the Myrtle family, and well-adapted to its environment.
Ohia lehua - Hawaii Forest & Trail
2012年6月20日 · Once the predominant tree in the natural forests of Halawa, at home in the islands long before Hawaiian settlers arrived, strong ohia with its graceful blossoms named lehua has been a source of inspiration for ancient legends and poetry.
‘Ōhia lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) - Maui Nui Botanical …
Hawaiian name: ‘Ōhi‘a lehua. Botanical name: Metrosideros polymorpha. Family: Myrataceae (Myrtle family) Status: Endemic. Where found: Mid to high elevations on all main islands except Ni‘ihau and Kaho‘olawe. Water/Light: Mesic to wet, full sun to part shade. Elevation range: 0 to 7,200 feet. Height: Variable.