'Ie'Ie

Freycinetia arborea

'Ie'Ie

Forest & Kim Starr (USGS)

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Pandanaceae
Genus:
Freycinetia
Species:
Freycinetia arborea

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Vine
Height:
More than 40 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec
Bloom Colors:
White, Pink, Orange, Green

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Thyrocopa decipiens

Reported Fauna Sightings

Moths:Fungus moth (Erechthias pelotricha)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers organic matter-rich environments