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Scientific Name: Canavalia galeata
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
ʻāwikiwiki (Canavalia spp.)
Considerations for Pets
- Some *Canavalia* species are vining plants.
- Stems can become woody upon maturity.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Scientific Name: *Canavalia* spp. (multiple species), including *Canavalia galeata*, *Canavalia hawaiiensis*, *Canavalia pubescens*, and *Canavalia molokaiensis*.
- Common Names: ʻāwikiwiki, Awikiwiki, Huehue Vine, Huehue, Koali (though this also refers to native morning glories), Anunu.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Fabaceae (also mentioned as Fabales in the context of pollen).
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Group: Dicot
Distribution and Habitat
- Endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, including O’ahu (cultivated), Lāna’i, Maui, and Hawai’i. Specific locations mentioned include Kanaha Beach, Maui, and dry habitats on Ni’ihau and NW Kaua’i.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Quick-growing, vining plant that can form a thick barrier.
- Stems become woody with age, especially at the base.
- Leaves are trifoliate, with each leaf consisting of three oval, pointed leaflets up to 6 inches long.
- Leaflets are glossy green.
- Some species, like *Canavalia pubescens*, have purple flowers used for lei making.
Additional Information
- Mentioned as being used for lei making in Hawaii.
- Canavalia is said to mean "Unexpected Love" (Improvised meaning).
Further Information
- Plants of Hawaii (for images and information on *Canavalia pubescens*).
- Encyclopedia.com (for information on *Canavalia molokaiensis*).