Field Guide
Hawaiian Plant guide
A complete guide to native and Polynesian-introduced plants on the Aquarium grounds.
Waikīkī once had a very different profile and vegetation than what you see today. The Aquarium's grounds showcase native Hawaiian and Polynesian-introduced plants that once defined the coastline, many with deep cultural and culinary significance.
Field Guide
2 species you'll meet.
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No. 01
Coastal Plants
Salt-tolerant species that thrive at the edge of the Pacific. Browse the full coastal plant guide for ʻōhai, naupaka kahakai, hala and more.
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No. 02
Limu (Seaweeds)
The native seaweeds of Hawaiʻi, foundational to reef food webs and a treasured part of Hawaiian cuisine.
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