Ohia lehua (Metrosideros polymorpha) flower and buds are shown ... honoring its importance to the aina and Hawaiian culture. Protecting forests through fencing, ungulate removal and ongoing ...

The ohia tree is a critical part of the ecosystem in Hawaii. As one of the first trees to colonize lava flows, it is a pioneer species. It is also a keystone of the rain forest — making up 80 ...

Ohia with its stunning colors is a favorite in lei, but the Department of Agriculture says its flower, cuttings from the plant and soils cannot be transported from Hawaii island unless someone has ...

COURTESY DLNR The landscape ohia trees were infected with Ceratocystis huliohia, the less virulent strain of the fungal pathogen, according to the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources. 1 /2 ...

HONOLULU Rapid Ohia Death has been found on Oahu.