Sometimes called “Sugarbush,” the Protea flower is named after the Greek god Proteus because, like the god, this flower takes on so many different forms. The flower has its origins in South Africa and Asia and was brought to Hawaii to be grown and exported in the exotic flower trade. read more
A fast, frolicking, and bitty mourning gecko leaps its way from petal to petal on a sidewalk plumeria in Hawaii. Lepidodactylus lugubris, commonly called the mourning gecko, is particularly interesting because there have not been any males found within the species. read more
About three times a year upcountry Kona is covered in snow–or at least what looks like snow. read more
The soft, large petals of a hibiscus gently fade from orange to pink as the flower’s trademark pistil and stamens present themselves on the island of Kauai. read more
There are 8 species of plumeria (Frangipani) in all with more than 300 varieties ranging in color from primarily white to, like this one, purplish hues. read more
A pink and white chrysanthemum is backed by bright blue water on Hawaii’s island of Kauai. read more
With their powerful, sweet aroma and beautiful color variations, plumeria flowers are a memorable part of the Hawaii experience. read more
The native Yellow Hibiscus (Hibiscus brackenridgei) is the state flower of Hawaii. read more
Orchid trees are a beautiful addition to shorelines, resorts, and wetter areas in Hawaii. The large blooms can be white, pink or purple like those pictured here. read more
This small garden of native and imported tropical plants greets visitors and locals alike with pleasant beauty and color, which is a stark contrast to the surrounding lava rock coastline. read more
Lining sidewalks, streets, and storefronts, plumeria blooms have a sweet, unique, and intoxicatingly strong fragrance. read more
The Big Island (the Orchid Isle) doesn’t disappoint when it comes to tropical flowers like this white, blue, brown, and green orchid. read more