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Genius/Species: Perrottetia sandwicensis
Ancient uses: Hawaiians used it to start fires, the wood is sturdy
Modern uses: Favorite spot for happy faced spiders and native snails
Picture taken Kamaileunu ridge 2018
Perrottetia sandwicensis
Hawaiian name is Olomea
Shrub or small tree up 15 feet, although I've never seen it that tall
Leaves: Red stem coming through the middle, alternate, serrated edges, shiny
Source: Hall, p185-186
Source: Flowering Plants of Hawaii p530-531
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