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Category: Plants in Hawaii

This section holds an encyclopedia of plants that are seen and grown in Hawaii. There are also anecdotes about permaculture: composting and aquaponics in particular.

Cranberry (Red Zinger) Hibiscus

Posted on September 21, 2019

The buds are used to make red zinger hibiscus tea and the plant itself is a beautiful for accentuating your garden. Can be used as a shrub for dividing your garden areas….

Chives – white blossom

Posted on September 20, 2019

Chives, scientific name Allium schoenoprasum, are an edible species of the genus Allium. Their close relatives include the garlic, shallot, leek, scallion, and Chinese onion. A perennial plant, it is widespread in…

Oyster Plant

Posted on September 19, 2019

Also known as “Moses in the Cradle,” the oyster plant is hardy and can grow in shade, including indoor lighting. Popular due to its green foliage and purple underside, the plant reproduces…

Rosemary

Posted on September 18, 2019

A hardy perennial bush herb.

Epazote

Posted on September 3, 2019

Epazote (pronounced eh-pah-ZOH-teh) is an aromatic herb; both the fresh leaves and tender stems are used in cooking. The epazote plant is a leafy annual or short-lived perennial plant that can reach 4 feet…

Hawaiian Woodrose

Posted on August 2, 2019

Hawaiian baby woodrose is an ornamental plant that is related to the morning glory plant. The climbing vine can be found in Florida, California, and Hawaii as well as other warm weather…

Rau Ram (Vietnamese mint)

Posted on August 1, 2019

Rau ram, also known as Vietnamese Coriander or Vietnamese mint is well known in Vietnamese cooking. Often pronounced as ‘zow-zam’, it is used as a cilantro substitute. Rau ram can often be…

Mother-in-law’s Tongue

Posted on August 1, 2019

Sansevieria trifasciata, commonly known as Mother-in-law’s tongue in Hawaii, it is also known by other names such as Saint George’s sword or snake plant. It is used predominantly as an ornamental plant, outdoors…

Thai Basil

Posted on August 1, 2019

Thai basil is widely used in the cuisines of Southeast Asia, including Thai, Vietnamese, Lao, and Cambodian cuisines. In addition to having a basil flavor, the herb has overtones of anise and licorice. It is a welcome…

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