Kolomona
Description: Shrub like, and the size can vary between 2 to 6 feet and can reach heights of about 10 feet. Has showy flowers that are greenish-white with yellow. Leaves are evenly pubescent and are dark green or medium green in color. This plant has nitrogen fixing properties
ʻōlelo mua (Introduction):
Inoa(Name):
- Scientific – Senna gaudichaudii
- Hawaiian – Kolomona, Uhiuhi, Heuhiuhi, Kalamona
ʻOhana: Part of Fabaceae family
Kūlana olakino(Status): Indigenous
Lāʻau lapaʻau(Medicinal Use):
N/A
Ways it was Used:
- Flowers can be strung into a lei or made into a light green dye.
Kino lau(Many Forms taken by Supernatural body): None
