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Updated 9/28/2013

Family Santalaceae

HAWAII - ENDEMIC

Santalum ellipticum

Kaena Point, Oahu

 

Kanaio, Maui



Kawainui Marsh, Oahu

COAST SANDALWOOD    'ILI'AHIALO'E

Endemic shrub or small tree uncommon in rocky coastal areas & lowland dry forest.  Flowers greenish-yellow, leaves somewhat thick with or without a waxy coating, petioles at least 10mm long.