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Thespesia populnea
Thespesia populnea is a fast growing small tree or large shrub. It generally reaches a height of 30 feet with a spread of 12 feet. The shiny green leaves are generally oval or triangular in shape and range in size from 2 to 12 inches long. The hibiscus-like 2 to 3 inch flowers are yellow with a maroon center. (Wagner 1990)
Kualoa Regional Park
Thespesia populnea is probably indigenous to Hawai'i, but it may have been introduced by the early Polynesians. It is found throughout the tropics in coastal areas. In Hawai'i, it has been documented on all the main islands except Kaho'olawe at elevations ranging from sea level to 900 feet.
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