
15/03/2025
These vibrant wiliwili seeds have been cherished in Hawaiian culture for generations, used in lei-making, fishing, and traditional games. Their striking red and orange hues symbolize strength, resilience, and a connection to the land.
🔸 Rooted in Tradition – The wiliwili tree (Erythrina sandwicensis) is one of Hawai‘i’s most unique native trees, thriving in dry forests where few others can survive. It sheds its leaves in drought, conserving energy—an incredible example of nature’s adaptability.
🔸 A Lei That Lasts – Wiliwili seeds have long been used in lei-making, prized for their lightweight durability and vibrant colors. Unlike fresh flower leis, a wiliwili lei lasts for years, making it a meaningful keepsake or cultural adornment.
🔸 More Than Just Beautiful – In addition to lei-making, these buoyant seeds were traditionally used in fishing nets and Hawaiian games like konane (Hawaiian checkers), showing their versatility and importance in daily life.
We have wiliwili seeds available for those who want to create something special, honor Hawaiian traditions, or simply appreciate the beauty of these rare seeds.
📍 Grown with Aloha on Maui 🌱