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ethnobotany
Canoe Plants of Ancient Hawaii
Na Meakanu o Wa`a o Hawai`i Kahiko, by Lynton Dove White.
Canoe Plants of Ancient Hawaii tracks the path of various important plants carried in voyaging canoes crisscrossing Oceania, and finally to the middle of the Pacific Ocean to Hawaii. Includes the history, the botanical nomenclature, the cultural significance, cultivation and uses of the plants.
Hawaiian Native Plant Genera (Database)
University of Hawaii - Department of Botany. Hawaiian Native Plant Genera (Database)
The search or find option of your web viewer will take you instantly to any scientific or common name in this index. You can then follow the link to the appropriate web page for more information and illustrations pertaining to the plant being sought.
Native Hawaiian Plant Propagation Database
University of Hawaii - College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources - Native Hawaiian Plant Propagation Database
This extensive though not comprehensive database of Native Hawaiian Plants and their propagation features a search function by botanical, common or Hawaiian name as well as links to other relevant websites.
Submitted by fnwellington on Mon, 10/27/2008 - 10:46.
In this hands-on class, participants will learn about some of the available ti varieties, how to select and grow ti plants, and then learn how to make ti leaf lei and ti rosettes.
Friday, 11/7/08 - 9:00-11:30 a.m.
$10
A registration form can be found on page 4 of the attached program schedule.
Location:
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Honolulu 96822Dates:
11/07/2008 09:00 - 11:30
Participating Organization:
University of Hawai`i at Manoa Lyon Arboretum
For more information, click here.
Submitted by fnwellington on Mon, 10/27/2008 - 10:38.
Hawaiian Cordage - Ka`imi`ike Maile
This demonstration features how to gather and prepare hau (Hibiscus tiliaceus). Participants will learn to hilo (spin and braid) the hau to make cordage for lashing.
Saturday 11/8/08 - 9:30-11:30 a.m.
$15
A registration form can be found on page 4 of the attached program schedule.
Location:
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Honolulu 96822Dates:
11/08/2008 09:30 - 11:30
Participating Organization:
University of Hawai`i at Manoa Lyon Arboretum
For more information, click here.
Submitted by fnwellington on Fri, 10/24/2008 - 16:52.
Introduction to Zingiberales - Ray Baker
Introduction to members of the ginger family, including some of the most aromatic plants, favored for their exotic beauty and luxurious scent, used in the decoration, food and medicine.
This class includes a PowerPoint presentation and a walking tour highlighting the Arboretum's collections.
Saturday 1/17/09 - 9:30-11:30 a.m.
A registration form can be found on page 4 of the attached program schedule.
Location:
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Honolulu 96822Dates:
01/17/2009 09:30 - 11:30
Participating Organization:
University of Hawai`i at Manoa Lyon Arboretum
For more information, click here.
Submitted by fnwellington on Fri, 10/24/2008 - 15:18.
A series of 8 2-hour classes for people interested in becoming garden guides at Lyon Arboretum. Topics covered include basic botany, horticulture, plant conservation, natural history, Hawaiian ethnobotany and the Arboretum's gardens and collections. After completing the course, participants will be expected to help guide Lyon Arboretum garden tours. Materials and supplies will be provided.
Wednesdays 1/7/09 - 2/25/09, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
$100 fee ($75 is refundable after you have guided 6 Lyon Arboretum tours)
Location:
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Honolulu 96822Dates:
02/25/2009 09:30 - 11:30
Participating Organization:
University of Hawai`i at Manoa Lyon Arboretum
For more information, click here.
Submitted by fnwellington on Fri, 10/24/2008 - 15:12.
A series of 8 2-hour classes for people interested in becoming garden guides at Lyon Arboretum. Topics covered include basic botany, horticulture, plant conservation, natural history, Hawaiian ethnobotany and the Arboretum's gardens and collections. After completing the course, participants will be expected to help guide Lyon Arboretum garden tours. Materials and supplies will be provided.
Wednesdays 1/7/09 - 2/25/09, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Honolulu 96822
Dates:
02/11/2009 09:30 - 11:30
Participating Organization:
University of Hawai`i at Manoa Lyon Arboretum
For more information, click here.
Submitted by fnwellington on Fri, 10/24/2008 - 15:07.
A series of 8 2-hour classes for people interested in becoming garden guides at Lyon Arboretum. Topics covered include basic botany, horticulture, plant conservation, natural history, Hawaiian ethnobotany and the Arboretum's gardens and collections. After completing the course, participants will be expected to help guide Lyon Arboretum garden tours. Materials and supplies will be provided.
Wednesdays 1/7/09 - 2/25/09, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
$100 fee ($75 is refundable after you have guided 6 Lyon Arboretum tours)
Location:
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Honolulu 96822Dates:
02/04/2009 09:30 - 11:30
Participating Organization:
University of Hawai`i at Manoa Lyon Arboretum
For more information, click here.
Submitted by fnwellington on Fri, 10/24/2008 - 14:46.
A series of 8 2-hour classes for people interested in becoming garden guides at Lyon Arboretum. Topics covered include basic botany, horticulture, plant conservation, natural history, Hawaiian ethnobotany and the Arboretum's gardens and collections. After completing the course, participants will be expected to help guide Lyon Arboretum garden tours. Materials and supplies will be provided. Wednesdays 1/7/09 - 2/25/09, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location:
Lyon Arboretum, 3860 Manoa Road, Honolulu 96822
Dates:
01/28/2009 09:30 - 01/28/2008 11:30
Participating Organization:
University of Hawai`i at Manoa Lyon Arboretum
For more information, click here.
