Kanaloa kahoolawensis Plant Care
Kanaloa kahoolawensis Lorence & K.R.Wood
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Kanaloa kahoolawensis, the Ka palupalu o Kanaloa or kohe malama malama o kanaloa, is a species of flowering plant in the legume family, Fabaceae and is endemic to Hawaii. Kanaloa is a monotypic genus with the single species Kanaloa kahoolawensis.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Water Kanaloa kahoolawensis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Kanaloa kahoolawensis Native To?
What Is the Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Kanaloa kahoolawensis (Kanaloa kahoolawensis) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Kanaloa genus. Kanaloa kahoolawensis is native to Hawaii.
Kanaloa kahoolawensis displays a vining, climbing shrub growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Kanaloa kahoolawensis produces brightly colored pea-like flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Kanaloa kahoolawensis requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Kanaloa kahoolawensis Need?
Kanaloa kahoolawensis thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Kanaloa kahoolawensis Prefer?
Kanaloa kahoolawensis grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Kanaloa kahoolawensis prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Kanaloa kahoolawensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Feed Kanaloa kahoolawensis every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Kanaloa kahoolawensis can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.
Is the Kanaloa kahoolawensis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Kanaloa kahoolawensis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Kanaloa kahoolawensis?
Kanaloa kahoolawensis is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Kanaloa kahoolawensis Need?
Kanaloa kahoolawensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Kanaloa kahoolawensis is native to Hawaii. In cooler regions, grow Kanaloa kahoolawensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Kanaloa kahoolawensis is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Kanaloa genus — compare its care with other Kanaloa species on PlantoScan.
Kanaloa is part of the Fabaceae plant family — browse all Fabaceae genera and species.
Kanaloa kahoolawensis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Kanaloa kahoolawensis Lorence & K.R.Wood, family Fabaceae (first published in Novon 4: 137 (1994)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Kanaloa kahoolawensis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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