Hawaiian Cotton, Ma'o, Gossypium tomentosum

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Updated 8/12/2023

Family Malvaceae

HAWAII - ENDEMIC

Gossypium tomentosum




Cultivated, Waimanalo, Oahu
Na Pohaku o Hauwahine BG, Oahu
Kaloko, Oahu	Koko Crater BG, Oahu
Kalaeloa NWR, Oahu

HAWAIIAN COTTON MA'O

Formerly common in dry coastal & lowland habitats, considered threatened due to urban development. Drops leaves during dry season, somewhat fire-resistant. Seeds are covered by short brown fibers. Endemic to Hawaii.