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Purple Crown Flower Lei's
The giant milkweed (Calotropis gigantea) is a striking perennial shrub native to tropical regions. It boasts large, leathery leaves and clusters of unique, star-shaped flowers that range from white to lavender. Despite its beauty, the plant contains toxic compounds used historically for medicinal purposes. For more information, visit here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calotropis_gigantea
Black, Blue, and Green Baby Honu
Honu in Hawaiian is "Turtle" This design was inspired by the journey of them hatching and making their way to the Sea with a sky blue background. The Honus are designed with a beautiful mix of black, blue, and green swimming.
Puakenikeni Lei's
Puakenikeni is a fragrant flowering tree not native to Hawaii, known for its small, waxy, tubular flowers that emit a sweet, intoxicating scent. Its name translates to "ten-cent flower" in Hawaiian, reflecting its popular use in making leis. The flowers range in color from creamy white to golden yellow.
Pink Plumerias
Pink plumerias are a variety of plumerias known for their stunning pink-hued blossoms. These tropical flowers have five-petals blooms and have a sweet fragrance. Plumeria are popular for Lei making and can be found all over Hawaii's landscape. These flowers come in vibrant colors and exotic charm. They are symbolic of love, beauty, and grace. Introduced to the islands in 1860 and are not native to Hawaii.
Green Ti Leaf Lei's
Ti leaves hold immense cultural significance in Hawaiian traditions, revered for their connection to the divine. Sacred to Lono, the Hawaiian God of fertility, and Laka, the Goddess of Hula, these leaves have been integral to religious ceremonies for generations. Utilized by Kahuna priests to protect and ward off evil forces, Ti leaves symbolize spiritual purity and positive energy. Today, Ti leaves continue to play a prominent role in Hawaiian culture, serving as essential elements in crafting leis and hula skirts, and even enhancing traditional cuisine with their unique flavor when used in cooking. Arrived in the Islands during voyaging. Designed and created with pure Aloha.
Tahitian Gardenia Blue
The Tahitian gardenia, also known as Tiare (Gardenia taitensis), is a perennial evergreen shrub prized for its continuous blooming and attractive rounded form. Its glossy green leaves provide a striking backdrop to the pure white, pinwheel-shaped flowers. Originating in the Southwest Pacific region, Tiare has been cultivated since ancient times and holds significant cultural value in Polynesian societies. Introduced by Polynesian colonists, Tiare has spread far and wide across the Pacific, becoming a beloved symbol of beauty and purity in various island cultures.
Sea Grape Leis with Mock Orange leaves.
Seagrape, a small tree planted along sandy beaches as an ornamental or windbreak, is easily identified by the rounded or kidney-shaped thick and leathery leaves. Sea Grapes are not Native to the Hawaiian islands and are often substituted for Mokihana to represent the island of Kauaʻi.
Maile Puakenikeni Lei's on Lauhala
Maile, native to all of Hawai'i except Kaho'olawe and Ni'ihau, holds a special place in Hawaiian culture as "The Royal Lei." Revered for its significance, the maile lei symbolizes respect, peace, friendship, and love. Its esteemed status is rooted in its association with the ali'i, the Hawaiian royalty, who prized it greatly. Traditionally, the maile lei is exchanged to denote honor and respect, representing a cherished symbol of aloha and reverence in Hawaiian society.
Lauhala, also known as Pandanus pectoris, holds a dual significance in Hawaiian culture. As an indigenous plant, it is native to Hawai'i and deeply rooted in the islands' ecosystem and history. However, it is also recognized as a "canoe plant," introduced to Hawai'i by Polynesian voyagers centuries ago.
Puakenikeni is a fragrant flowering tree not native to Hawaii, known for its small, waxy, tubular flowers that emit a sweet, intoxicating scent. Its name translates to "ten-cent flower" in Hawaiian, reflecting its popular use in making leis. The flowers range in color from creamy white to golden yellow.
Lauhala, also known as Pandanus pectoris, holds a dual significance in Hawaiian culture. As an indigenous plant, it is native to Hawai'i and deeply rooted in the islands' ecosystem and history. However, it is also recognized as a "canoe plant," introduced to Hawai'i by Polynesian voyagers centuries ago.
Puakenikeni is a fragrant flowering tree not native to Hawaii, known for its small, waxy, tubular flowers that emit a sweet, intoxicating scent. Its name translates to "ten-cent flower" in Hawaiian, reflecting its popular use in making leis. The flowers range in color from creamy white to golden yellow.
Tahitian Gardenia Pastel
The Tahitian gardenia, also known as Tiare (Gardenia taitensis), is a perennial evergreen shrub prized for its continuous blooming and attractive rounded form. Its glossy green leaves provide a striking backdrop to the pure white, pinwheel-shaped flowers. Originating in the Southwest Pacific region, Tiare has been cultivated since ancient times and holds significant cultural value in Polynesian societies. Introduced by Polynesian colonists, Tiare has spread far and wide across the Pacific, becoming a beloved symbol of beauty and purity in various island
Brown Baby Honu
Honu in Hawaiian is "Turtle" This design was inspired by the journey of them hatching and making their way to the Sea with a sky blue background. The Honus is designed with a beautiful mix of Brown, blue, and green swimming.
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