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Hawai'i dogweed

Scientific Name: Bobea sandwicensis

Family: Rubiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Bobea sandwicensis: Hawai'i Dogwood

Bobea sandwicensis, commonly known as Hawai'i dogweed or ?ahakea, is a fascinating flowering tree native to the Hawaiian Islands. Belonging to the coffee family (Rubiaceae), this perennial species plays a unique role in the island ecosystem.

Scientific Classification

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Rubiaceae (Coffee Family)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species

Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bobea sandwicensis (A. Gray) Hillebr.
  • Synonym: Bobea hookeri Hillebr.
  • Common Names: Hawai'i Dogweed, ?ahakea

Distribution and Habitat

Bobea sandwicensis is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, specifically found on the islands of Oahu, Molokai, Lana?i, and Maui. It is also noted to inhabit lava environments.

Morphological Characteristics

Bobea sandwicensis is a tree, and a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.