Hawaii Red Hibiscus
This bright red hibiscus found on Hawaii’s Big Island is a vibrant example of a common shrub hibiscus. The Hawaiian word for hibiscus is pua aloalo (pua meaning flower and aloalo meaning hibiscus). read more
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Red Peacock Flower, Oahu
Aptly named for its several long stamen, the Peacock Flower (Caesalpinia pulcherrima) is striking, even in Hawaii. read more
White Lily
This white spider lily (Crinum asiaticum)is one of many introduced species of white flowers found in Hawaii. read more
Hawaii Christmas Flower, Fields of Poinsettia
Sometimes called the “Christmas Star,” poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) grow wild on hillsides throughout Hawaii. As winter comes shortened days on the islands cause the poinsettia leaves to turn flaming red, indicating that Christmas will soon be here. read more
Sunset Beach Naupaka
Beach Naupaka (Scaevola), otherwise known as fan-flower is found throughout Polynesia and the Pacific. Hawaii is home to 10 species of Naupaka, nine of which are endemic–unique to Hawaii. read more
Kahili Ginger
Kahili Ginger (Hedychium gardnerianum) is another beautiful, aromatic, ginger plant introduced to Hawaii. read more
Moonflowers in Hawaii
White Moonflower, also called Tropical White Morning-glory, or Moon Vine, was introduced to Hawaii after being naturalized from Mexico. read more
Hawaii Bougainvillea
Native to South America, the bougainvillea has found a friendly home in Hawaii. read more
Flowering Wall
This beautiful Hawaii flowering wall with orange hanging flowers, stone wall, and coffee trees in the background makes a colorful backdrop. read more
Yellow Flower
This yellow flower, found in Hawaii’s Tropical Botanical Garden on the Big Island is a gorgeous example of Hawaii’s floral abundance. read more
Mountain Lehua Flower
Hawaii is filled with Ohia trees blossoming with Lehua flowers. These beautiful, unique flowers have a great story. read more
Red Anthurium
Red Anthurium adds color and wonder to many Hawaii gardens, roadsides, and resorts. This large, red, waxy flower is eye-catching and shares a tropical feeling. read more