kauila
Colubrina oppositifolia Brongn. ex H.Mann
Colubrina oppositifolia, known as kauila, is a flowering tree in the family Rhamnaceae. It is endemic to Hawaii and was first described in 1867 by H.Mann, with the authorship attributed to Brongn. ex H.Mann. This species is native to the Hawaiian Islands and is considered rare.
Description
Colubrina oppositifolia, commonly called kauila, is a member of the Rhamnaceae family. It is a rare and endemic tree species found only in the Hawaiian Islands. The species was scientifically described in 1867 and is part of the genus Colubrina. Its limited geographic distribution highlights its significance in the local ecosystem.
Other common names
kauila
Distribution
Global · Hawaii
Synonyms
Colubrina oppositifolia var. obatae
