Apr 23, 2021 · 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 …

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 …

‘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 …

Dec 6, 2023 · ʻŌhia lehua trees are a favorite of many native forest birds. One of the native trees still thriving in this area, standing before you is called ʻōhiʻa lehua. It is the most common …

Feb 18, 2025 · The ʻōhiʻa lehua tree forms the backbone of Hawaii’s native rainforests, providing critical habitat and food for countless species. Its dense canopy helps regulate water cycles, …

Dec 20, 2022 · ‘Ōhi‘a lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) is a common native hardwood tree that is endemic to Kauaʻi and the main islands of Hawaiʻi, but the legend behind the tree is anything …

Dec 1, 1990 · 'Ohi'a lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) is the most abundant and widespread tree in Hawaii. This slow growing native hardwood seeds freely and often starts as an epiphyte in …

Oct 8, 2007 · Ohia lehua can be tall straight trees in dry forests, stunted shrubs in montane bogs, or giant “walking lehua” in rainforests. Polymorpha is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands and has …

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 …

Jun 18, 2024 · The ʻōhiŻa lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha), one of Hawaii’s most iconic trees, is native to the Hawaiian Islands and deeply ingrained in the region’s history. Gorgeous in a …