State honors Native Plant Month with new plant discoveries

State honors Native Plant Month with new plant discoveries

Discover the exciting findings of the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources as they celebrate Native Plant Month and the discovery of new plant species.

New Plant Discoveries Celebrated During Native Plant Month

HAWAIʻI - A new report details the rediscovery of two critically rare species of ʻoha wai and makou on Hawaiʻi island.

NEW PLANT DISCOVERIES CELEBRATED DURING NATIVE PLANT MONTH Five New Species Announced by DLNR Rare Plant Program

NEW PLANT DISCOVERIES CELEBRATED DURING NATIVE PLANT MONTH Five New Species Announced by DLNR Rare Plant Program   HONOLULU – The discovery of five new plant species and the rediscovery of several species that were thought to have been lost are detailed in the new Rare Plant Program 2025 Island Highlights report. This gives enthusiasts for Hawaiian plants a great deal to celebrate during April’s Native Plant Month observance.   The report was pr…