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 …
ʻŌhiʻa - U.S. National Park Service
2021年11月2日 · The endemic ʻōhiʻa lehua tree (Metrosideros polymorpha) epitomizes Hawaiʻi and is an integral part of Native Hawaiian culture. It is almost impossible to avoid the mention of the native ʻōhiʻa tree and its lehua blossoms when listening to …
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.
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.
Grow Aloha: ʻŌhiʻa lehua - National Tropical Botanical Garden
2024年4月9日 · ʻŌhiʻa are deeply rooted in Hawaiʻi’s ecosystems and culture. Known for their blossoms which can range from red, orange, to even yellow, these trees support various life forms including nectar-eating honeycreepers and epiphytic plants.
‘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.
Ohia Lehua Trees - U.S. National Park Service
2023年12月6日 · It is the most common native endemic tree found in the state of Hawaiʻi, meaning it is found here and nowhere else in the world. The ʻōhiʻa is a pioneer species on new lava flows and has adapted to grow directly in lava rock. Its seeds blow in the wind and settle in cracks in the ground.
ʻŌhiʻa Lehua • Manoa Heritage Center
One of the most important trees in Hawaiʻi, the ʻōhiʻa lehua makes up around 80% of our native forests providing food and shelter for many animals and insects such as native birds like the ʻiʻiwi and ʻapapane (honeycreepers) and the endangered ʻākepa along with …
'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.
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 fire god...