Hawaii Flowers and Plants: Koa

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Name: Koa (Acacia Koa) Koa
Origin: Endemic to Hawaii
Did you know? This is one of the fastest growin trees in Hawaii. A healthy tree can grow 20 - 30 feet in only five years! Koa wood is used to make surfboards, ukuleles, and furniture. Koa means warrior or war.