`Akia   Wikstroemia uva-ursi

Family:  Thymelaceae

Description:  There are many different species of `akia ranging from the dry coast to the wet mountains. The species Wikstroemia uva-ursi has become popular in the landscape and is native to the coastal and low elevation environments of Hawaii. `Akia is a sprawling shrub up to 3 feet tall which can be pruned or mass planted. The silvery green foilage with the orange to red berries make for an attractive contrast in any landscape. Very drought tolerant with few pests, this plant thrives in the heat. The flowers are small, but fragrant in the evenings. Most `akia is grown from seed, though cuttings will root.

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