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'olena

Scientific Name: Coprosma waimeae

Family: Rubiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Curcuma longa (Turmeric)

The name "Olena" is sometimes associated with Curcuma longa, more commonly known as Turmeric.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Curcuma longa
  • Common Name: Turmeric. "Olena" is also sometimes used, particularly in reference to its introduction to Hawai`i by early Polynesians.
  • It is mentioned that '&#332lena is a member from the ginger family.

Considerations for Pets

  • As a root, Turmeric may be tempting for pets to dig up and potentially ingest.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Turmeric was one of the plants brought to Hawai`i by early Polynesians.

Quirky Facts

  • "This humble little root, about the size of an adult thumb, was probably one of the two dozen or so plants brought to Hawai`i by early Polynesians".