Kokomalei 🛑 Endangered

Euphorbia kuwaleana

Native to:
Hawaii, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Genus:
Euphorbia
Species:
Euphorbia kuwaleana
USDA Symbol:
CHKU

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
green, yellow

Keystone Species Ranking

Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
★★★★☆ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to dry, rocky slopes in Hawaii