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Maui chaff flower

Scientific Name: Achyranthes splendens

Family: Amaranthaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Maui Chaff Flower (Achyranthes splendens)

The Maui Chaff Flower, scientifically known as Achyranthes splendens, is a plant with several common names, reflecting its appearance and origin.

Common Names:

  • Maui Chaff Flower
  • Round Chaff Flower
  • Round-leaf Chaff Flower
  • Round-leaved Chaff Flower
  • &#699Ewa hinahina (Hawaiian)

Taxonomy and Nomenclature:

  • Scientific Name: Achyranthes splendens Mart. ex Moq.
  • Family: Amaranthaceae (Pigweed Family)
  • Genus: Achyranthes L. (Chaff Flower)
  • Synonyms: Achyranthes splendens var. reflecta Hillebr.
  • Varieties:
    • Achyranthes splendens var. rotundata Hillebr. (Round-leaved chaff-flower)
    • Achyranthes splendens var. splendens

Distribution and Habitat:

Achyranthes splendens is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, specifically found on O&#39ahu, Molokai, Maui, and Lana&#39i. It thrives at low elevations in exposed dry areas with rocky soil.

  • Most common on West Maui.
  • Specific locations mentioned include Kanaio, Lihau, and Hoolawa Farms on Maui.
  • Also found at Koko Crater Botanical Garden on Oahu.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habit:

  • Growth Habit: Shrub
  • Duration: Perennial