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Waianae Range papala
Scientific Name: Charpentiera tomentosa var. tomentosa
Family: Amaranthaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Tree
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Charpentiera tomentosa – Waianae Range Papala
Charpentiera tomentosa, commonly known as Waianae Range Papala, is a tree species native to Hawaii. This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting facts.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- According to available data, Waianae Range Papala is considered unsafe for both children and dogs.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Charpentiera tomentosa Sohmer
- Common Name: Waianae Range Papala
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Not explicitly mentioned, but the variety Charpentiera tomentosa var. tomentosa is noted.
Subordinate Taxa
- Charpentiera tomentosa var. maakuaensis Sohmer – Waianae Range Papala
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the Waianae Range on the island of Oahu, Hawaii.
- Also found on Kauai and Lanai
- Has been found at altitudes ranging from 200-4,500 ft.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habit
- Growth Habit: Tree
- Duration: Perennial (lives for more than two years)
Ecological Role
- Recommended to use with Preen Weed Control Landscape Fabric
Interactions with other Organisms
- Evidence of caterpillar feeding damage has been observed on Charpentiera tomentosa in Palawai Gulch, possibly from a species other than Mapsidius.
Quirky Facts
- The Waianae Range, where this plant is found, is the eroded remains of an ancient shield volcano.
- The epithet "tomentosa" likely refers to the plant's tomentose (densely covered in soft hairs) leaves or stems.
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS Database: plants.usda.gov/java/profile
- Discover Life: A page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution of Charpentiera tomentosa - Waianae Range papala.