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'ahakea

Scientific Name: Bobea timonioides

Family: Rubiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Bobea timonioides: The 'Ahakea

The plant known as Bobea timonioides is commonly called 'Ahakea. This profile delves into its characteristics, habitat, and cultural significance, drawing from available information.

Considerations for Pets

  • The leaves are described as having a papery or leathery texture, which could be of interest to pets.

Considerations for Children

  • The leaves are described as having a papery or leathery texture, which could be of interest to children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bobea timonioides
  • Common Name: 'Ahakea
  • Family: Rubiaceae
  • Group: Dicot
  • Synonyms:
    • Bobea sandwicensis (A.Gray) Hillebr.
    • Bobea elatior Gaudich.
    • Bobea brevipes
    • Bobea timonioides (Hook.f.) H.St.John & Herbst

Distribution and Habitat

  • Bobea timonioides is found in Hawaii.
  • Specific locations mentioned include:
    • Kaua'i
    • Moloka'i
    • Maui
    • Island of Hawai'i
    • O'ahu

Morphological Characteristics

  • Bobea timonioides is a small tree that can grow to about 30 feet tall.
  • The leaves are 4 to 5 inches long and have a papery or leathery texture.

Quirky Facts

  • In pre-contact times, Hawaiian canoes were hued from the giant koa (Acacia koa) of native regions. While this information isn't directly about Bobea timonioides, it provides cultural context, as 'Ahakea is mentioned alongside this tradition.