Family: Malvaceae

This plant has wooly leaves and is found in dry “waste” places in Hawaiʻi. The velvety leaves look silver and flowers are yellow. The plant was used by Hawaiians as medicine for sore throats, asthma, colds, and as a painkiller; it has anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties. This groundcover or accent shrub tolerates drought conditions and poor soils.

Plant Uses:

• Container plant
• Erosion control
• Medicinal

Plant Dangers:

• No dangers