You may have never heard of the hala tree, but its leaves will be abundantly present at an upcoming weaving conference on Maui.

Promotional Widget for West Hawaii Today Jobs.Of these choices the hala is probably the most unusual specimen. In the Pandanaceae or Screwpine family, this tree (Pandanus tectorius) has an ...

WAIKIKI, Hawaii (KHON2) — A sickly tree in Waikiki caught the attention of one of KHON2’s viewers, who sent in a Report It to find out more. The indigenous hala tree near Fort Derussy is ...

The grove of about a dozen hala trees, some taller than houses, had become infested with hala scale, an invasive species that severely damages hala trees, causing discoloration or stunted growth ...

Through video displays, master weavers will explain their craft and also explain that scale, an invasive insect, is attacking hala trees throughout Hawaii. The exhibit continues through July 27.

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A sickly-looking tree in Waikiki caught the attention of one of KHON2’s viewers, who sent in a Report It to find out more. The native tree has hala scale; an insect that is ...

Hawaii isn’t just about breathtaking beaches, lush landscapes, and tropical sunsets — it’s also a vibrant hub of culture, craftsmanship, and tradition. This island paradise is famous for its ...

The company partners with several organic Kona coffee farms, including Hala Tree Coffee, Mahina Mele Farm, and Holualoa Coffee Company, to source the coffee leaves. “Having the coffee leaf as a new ...

In the celebration of Hawaii’s unique native trees, Maui Nui Botanical Gardens will partner with Maui Electric Co. to host the 12th annual Arbor Day 1,000 Hawaiian Trees Giveaway from 9 a.m. to ...

The dancers provide glimpses of Puna through their portrayal of the rhythmic sea swells, the gentle breeze and the graceful sway of the hala tree. Hula ʻAuana (Kāne) | “Haʻaheo” ...

(HawaiiNewsNow) - The Hawaiian word of the day is "Lauhala," which refers to the leaves of the hala tree. The leaves can be used to make hats, mats, or even sails for a canoe.