Koki`o ke`oke`o  Hibiscus arnottianus

Koki`o ke`oke`o  Hibiuscus waimeae

Family: Malvaceae

Description:  Koki`o ke`oke`o refers to all white flowered native hibiscus of which there are two species each with three subspecies. Two of the subspecies are endangered. This fast growing and hardy hibiscus takes well to pruning as we recommend that the heavy pruning of young plants will result in a stronger specimen. The only hibiscus with a mild fragrance, makes this plant a must for hedges or as a specimen shrub or even small tree. Because hibiscus hybridize easily, we grow all plants form cuttings and when transplanting, care must be taken until a root system is firmly established. Most pest problems are outgrown. With moderate water and full sun, koki`o ke`oke`o will thrive.

(Hibiscus arnottianus ssp. arnottianus cv. 'Kanani Kea' flower)

(Hibiscus arnottianus ssp. punaluuensis flower)

(Hibiscus arnottianus ssp. arnottianus flower)

(Hibiscus waimeaea ssp. waimeae flower)

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