My favorite Native Hawaiian Plant Resources

Welcome to our Native Hawaiian Plants resource page! Here, you'll find a comprehensive list of resources to help you learn more about the unique flora of Hawaii and the cultural significance of these plants to Native Hawaiians. I have bolded my favorites.

Online Sources

1. Bernice P. Bishop Museum - https://www.bishopmuseum.org/
2. National Tropical Botanical Garden - https://ntbg.org/
3. Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources - https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/forestry/
4. University of Hawaii at Manoa - https://manoa.hawaii.edu/botany/
5. Hui Ku Maoli Ola - https://www.hawaiiannativeplants.com/
6. Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center - https://www.usgs.gov/centers/pierc
7. Starr Environmental - http://www.starrenvironmental.com/

1. Bernice P. Bishop Museum: The Bishop Museum is a great place to start your research on Native Hawaiian Plants. Their website provides access to a wealth of information about the flora of Hawaii, including an online database of plant specimens collected throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
   
   
2. National Tropical Botanical Garden: The National Tropical Botanical Garden has several locations in Hawaii and is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of rare and endangered plants. Their website offers a variety of resources for learning about Hawaiian plants, including virtual tours and educational videos.
   
   
3. Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources: The DLNR's Division of Forestry and Wildlife is responsible for managing Hawaii's forests and natural resources, including many of the state's native plant species. Their website offers information about Hawaii's Forest Stewardship Program, which provides resources and support for the conservation and restoration of native forests.
   
   
4. University of Hawaii at Manoa: The University of Hawaii at Manoa's Botany Department offers courses and research opportunities focused on Hawaiian plant biology and ecology. Their website provides information about faculty and research projects, as well as links to other resources for learning about Hawaiian plants.
   
   
5. Hui Ku Maoli Ola: Hui Ku Maoli Ola is a native Hawaiian plant nursery and landscaping company that specializes in the restoration of Hawaiian ecosystems. Their website offers resources for learning about the cultural significance of Hawaiian plants, as well as information about their conservation and restoration efforts.
   
   
6. Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center: The Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center is part of the US Geological Survey and conducts research on Hawaii's ecosystems and natural resources, including the state's native plant species. Their website offers resources for learning about the ecology and conservation of Hawaiian plants.
   
   
7. Starr Environmental is a consulting firm that specializes in the assessment and management of environmental resources in Hawaii and the Pacific region. They provide a wide range of services, including ecological surveys, natural resource management planning, and environmental impact assessments. Starr Environmental's team includes experts in plant ecology, including specialists in native Hawaiian plants, and they have a strong commitment to the conservation and restoration of Hawaii's unique ecosystems.

Books

1. Manual of the Flowering Plants of Hawaii Vol.1 and Vol 2 by Wagner, Herbst, and Sohmer
2. Amy Greenewell Garden Ethnobotanical Guide to Native Hawaiian Plants by Noa Lincoln
3. Plants in Hawaiian Culture by Krauss
4. Hawaiian Herbal Medicine by Gutmanis
5. Nana i Ke Kumu Vol.1 and Vol. 2 by Mary Kawena Pukui
6. Na Lei Makamae by McDonald and Weissich
7. A Native Hawaiian Garden by Cullney and Koebele
8. Laau Hawaii Traditional Hawaiian uses of Plants by Isabella Aiona Abbott

I hope these lists help you as you learn more about our rich flora and fauna here in Hawaii! Comment your favorite sources below.

Na'u no,

Emily