Ma'o Hau Hele - Yellow Hibiscus

Description:

The yellow hibiscus can grow up to 6 inches long. The flower can grow on a shrub or tree. It has five petals with crinkled edges. The flower has a red center with a yellow stamen. There are different colors of the hibiscus like red and pink. The leaves are in a teardrop shape with crinkled edges as well. They are a medium green color.

Habitat:

This spotting was found in Kapolei Knolls. The hibiscus can be found in the Hawaiian islands except for Ni'ihau and Kaho'olawe.

Notes:

This flower is the state flower for Hawai'i. It is currently endangered. The hibiscus is endemic.