Plant – Hala

Hala - Deceased

Description: Small tree that can reach heights of 10 meters. Has a base of rigid roots exposed above soil. Color of the fruit will be yellow if the tree is hala.

ʻōlelo mua (Introduction):

Inoa(Name):

  • Scientific – Pandanus tectorius
  • Hawaiian – Hala
  • English – Screw Pine

ʻOhana: Part of Pandanaceae family

Kūlana olakino(Status): Indigenous

Lāʻau lapaʻau(Medicinal Use):

  • Hala fruit can be used as part of a treatment for ‘ea and pa’ao’ao.
  • The aerial roots was used in medications for childbirth and some skin disorders.
  • Combined with other plants it can help with chest pains.

Ways it was Used:

  •  Leaves were prepared and woven into mats and pillows and thatch and hats.
  • Seeds and fruits are edible.
  • Roots maybe used as cordage fiber.

Kino lau(Many Forms taken by Supernatural body): None