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huahekili uka

Scaevola kilaueae O.Deg.
huahekili uka
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Scaevola kilaueae, known as huahekili uka, is a plant species native to the island of Hawaiʻi. It is part of the Goodeniaceae family and was first described in 1933 by O.Deg. This species is found specifically on the eastern windward side of the island.

Description

Scaevola kilaueae is a member of the genus Scaevola and is endemic to Hawaiʻi. It is commonly referred to as huahekili uka and is restricted to the eastern windward region of the island. The species was scientifically described in 1933 by O.Deg. It belongs to the Goodeniaceae family, a group of flowering plants primarily found in Australia and the Pacific Islands.

Other common names

huahekili uka

Distribution

Hawaii

Synonyms

Scaevola kilaueae var. powersii

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