NA LEI

 

Lei Pua Kalaunu

The lavender variety of the crownflower was introduced before the white in about 1888.  It was a favorite of Lili'uokalani, last of the reigning monarchs, and did not become popular until after her death in 1917.  the white crownflower, was introduced about 1920.  The crownflower is more or less poisonous.  The milky sap sometimes irritates the skin and if ever dropped into the eyes can cause sever inflammation and pain.

Crownflower leis became popular in the late 1920's.  The flowers have a pleasant odor and are usually strung through the centers for the lei pua kalaunu.

Crownflowers are found growing best at the lower elevations and the dry, hot areas of the islands.

Reference:  Ka Lei, The Leis of Hawaii by Marie A McDonald
 

NA LEI

 

Lei Pua Kalaunu

The lavender variety of the crownflower was introduced before the white in about 1888.  It was a favorite of Lili'uokalani, last of the reigning monarchs, and did not become popular until after her death in 1917.  the white crownflower, was introduced about 1920.  The crownflower is more or less poisonous.  The milky sap sometimes irritates the skin and if ever dropped into the eyes can cause sever inflammation and pain.

Crownflower leis became popular in the late 1920's.  The flowers have a pleasant odor and are usually strung through the centers for the lei pua kalaunu.

Crownflowers are found growing best at the lower elevations and the dry, hot areas of the islands.

Reference:  Ka Lei, The Leis of Hawaii by Marie A McDonald