Shelbi-Ahlan Shimazu

Hawaiian Plants and Their Sustainability Uses

Seven Plants We See in Hawaii Hawaiians have traditionally used plants for food and medicine, describing the practice Laʻau Lapaʻau. Around UH Hilo campus alone, you will likely find seven plants that Hawaiians view as key for their first aid kits: Ki, or ti leaf; Awapuhi and ‘Olena; Noni; Niu; Hau; Mai’a; and Kalo.