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Makaha Valley jackbean
Scientific Name: Canavalia napaliensis
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Makaha Valley Jackbean (Canavalia napaliensis)
The Canavalia napaliensis, commonly known as the Makaha Valley Jackbean, is a fascinating plant species endemic to Hawaii.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Canavalia napaliensis H. St. John
- Common Name: Makaha Valley Jackbean, also spelled Mākaha Valley Jack-bean. Another common name is 'awikiwiki.
- Family: Fabaceae (Pea family)
- Order: Fabales
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Synonyms: Canavalia makahaensis and Canavalia nualoloensis are listed as synonyms.
Distribution and Habitat
This species is endemic to Hawaii, specifically the Makaha Valley.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- The Makaha Valley Jackbean is described as a vine and a forb/herb.
- It is a perennial plant.
- It is a climber.