
Preface
Introduction WHERE TO SEE HAWAIIAN FLOWERS?
Chapter I HAWAII’S OWN FLOWER—THE HIBISCUS
Chapter II THE BLOSSOMING TREES
Chapter III NATIVE TREES
Chapter IV TROPICAL SHRUBS
Chapter V COLORED FOLIAGE SHRUBS
Chapter VI FLOWERING VINES
Chapter VII GINGER BLOSSOMS
Chapter VIII SPECIAL TROPICAL FLOWERS
Step into the lush world of Hawaii’s gardens and let the pages guide you through a living gallery of color and scent. This handy reference shows you how to match a blossom you spot on a park promenade or hotel lawn with a clear, illustrated entry, making identification as easy as a casual stroll. While the pictures are rendered with scientific care, the text stays friendly enough for anyone with a passing curiosity about hibiscus, bougainvillea, and the many hidden gems that line the islands’ pathways.
The book walks you through several well‑known sites—from the historic royal hotel grounds, where century‑old palms shade a rainbow of tropical foliage, to the vibrant bougainvillea draped over a monkey‑pod tree. Each plant is accompanied by a concise description, hints on where you’re most likely to see it, and suggestions for deeper reading if you want to dig into botany. Whether you’re planning a short visit or simply dreaming of island breezes, the guide offers a peaceful escape and a solid foundation for a new hobby of flower spotting.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (163K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
Oct 5, 2018
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

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A writer with a deep love of gardens and tropical plants, this author helped introduce many English-language readers to Japanese garden design and Hawaiian flora. Her books blend practical observation with an inviting sense of place.
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