Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, [3] is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands, [2] where it is the second most common tree. [4]

The koa tree is endemic to Hawai’i and can be found on all the main islands except Kaho’olawe and Ni’ihau. Koa is the largest native tree species in the Hawaiian islands, reaching heights of …

Koa are dominant trees in Hawaiian forests and provide suitable habitat for many native species birds. The aptly named Koa-finches, Rhodacanthis palmeri and R. flaviceps, fed almost exclusively on …

Dec 1, 1990 · From the time of the early Hawaiians, koa (Acacia koa) has been prized for its exceptionally fine wood and is currently considered the most valuable of the common native timber …

In Hawaiian, koa means "brave, bold, and fearless." Early Hawaiians carefully crafted large koa into war canoe (wa‘a). Koa wood was also used in home construction and to make spears, paddles, kahili …

Did you know that the Acacia Koa tree is the largest native tree in the Hawaiian Islands, reaching heights of about 115 feet? This magnificent tree, also known as Acacia koa or simply koa, is a native …

Koa Tree Koa Tree Overview The koa is Hawaii's most common native tree. It is also a common sight in landscaped gardens. Koa trees grow fast and can reach heights of 100 feet (30 m). The beautiful …

Acacia koa, commonly known as koa, is a large, fast-growing, evergreen tree of the pea family that is native to the Hawaiian Islands where it typically matures to 50-80’ (occasionally to 100’) tall with a …

Jan 12, 2025 · Koa (Acacia koa) is a remarkable tree species native to the Hawaiian Islands, celebrated not only for its stunning beauty but also for its ecological importance and cultural significance.

Oct 23, 2013 · Description: These are large trees that on other islands, mainly on Kaua’i, Maui and Hawai’i that can reach over 100 ft. tall. It is easily distinguished by its light colored, flattened out, …