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Gardenia brighamii Family:
Rubiaceae Description: This
species of gardenia is one of three gardenia species native to the
Hawaiian islands. This
species is endangered and rare in the wild. The flower is white and
extremely fragrant as are most gardenias. This shrub thrives in the full sun and will grow to
about 15 feet tall with a 6 foot spread. Relatively slow growing when
young, once established this plant will surprise you.

(Gardenia brighamii flower)

(Gardenia brighamii in the landscape)

(mature fruit and seed of Gardenia remyi)
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