What edible plants grow in Hawaii?
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Asked by: Vanessa Smith
Edible Hawaiian Plants
- Aleurites moluccana – Kukui.
- Ananas bracteatus – Red Pineapple.
- Ananas comosus – Pineapple.
- Artocarpus altilis – Breadfruit.
- Canna indica – Indian Shot.
- Carica papaya – Papaya.
- Coccoloba uvifera – Sea Grape.
- Cocos nucifera – Coconut Palm.
What weeds are edible to humans?
10 Edible Weeds Likely Growing in Your Yard
- Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale)
- Purslane (Portulaca oleracea)
- Sheep Sorrel (Rumex acetosella)
- Curly Dock (Rumex crispus)
- Wood Sorrel (Oxalis spp.)
- Lamb’s Quarters (Chenopodium album)
- Chickweed (Stellaria media)
- Plantain (Plantago spp.)
What edible plants are indigenous to Hawaii?
Edible Hawaiian Plants
- Aleurites moluccana – Kukui.
- Ananas bracteatus – Red Pineapple.
- Ananas comosus – Pineapple.
- Artocarpus altilis – Breadfruit.
- Canna indica – Indian Shot.
- Carica papaya – Papaya.
- Coccoloba uvifera – Sea Grape.
- Cocos nucifera – Coconut Palm.
What weeds are in Hawaii?
Weeds of Hawaii
- Abrus precatorius, Precatory bean, black-eyed susan, bead vine, rosary pea.
- Acacia confusa, Formosa koa, small Phiilppine acacia, yanangi (Belau)
- Acacia farnesiana, Klu, huisache.
- Acacia mearnsii, Black wattle.
- Ageratina adenophora, Maui pamakani.
- Ageratum conyzoides, Tropic ageratu.
What plants are illegal to grow in Hawaii?
RESTRICTED OR PROHIBITED ITEMS:
- Pineapple and bromeliad plants and fruits.
- Passion fruit plants and seeds.
- Cruciferous root vegetables (radish, turnip, daikon, horseradish, rutabaga)
- Corn on the cob.
- Citrus and pulpy fruits from Florida & Puerto Rico.
- Taro and dasheen.
- Coconuts.
What is California grass in Hawaii?
Popular in the 1800’s, pampas grass was extensively spread and planted across the Pacific, growing to become a huge problem in places from California to New Zealand. It is now widespread on Maui, and because it is adapted to fire in its native range poses a significant threat in Hawaii as a fuel for wildfires.
Is Pampas Grass illegal in Hawaii?
Pampas Grass (Cortaderia jubata, Cortaderia selloana) Pampas grass is native to South America and while it’s a popular ornamental grass, it is considered very invasive. Pampas grass is on the Hawaii State Noxious Weed List , making it illegal to sell or transport pampas grass in the state of Hawai’i.
What is the tall grass in Hawaii called?
Pili grass is an herbaceous, tropical, bunching or tussock grass that is a perennial here in Hawaii. Mature clumps of erect pili are usually 2 feet or more high and have a 2 to 5 foot spread.
