A good closeup shot of Ihi (Portulaca molokiniensis) sprouting in the volcanics-rich sand of the berm at Kanaha Beach, Maui. Note the symmetrically opposed leaves. Ihi is probably indigenous (originating on the island). It is also an endangered species that is slowly being reintroduced to the coastal vegetation zone of Maui.
Ihi (Portulaca molokiniensis) in flower, Kanaha Beach, near Kahului, north Maui.
Ihi (Portulaca molokiniensis) in flower, Kanaha Beach, near Kahului, north Maui.
Ihi (Portulaca molokiniensis) in flower, Kanaha Beach, near Kahului, north Maui.
Ihi (Portulaca molokiniensis) in flower, Kanaha Beach, near Kahului, north Maui.
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