Hawaiian Flower Guide
Fuchsia
Learn about fuchsia, a shade-loving flowering shrub with dangling blossoms that inspired the Hawaiian name kulapepeiao, meaning “earring.” In Hawaii, it grows best in moist, protected gardens and wet forest areas.
Fuchsia Overview
Fuchsia is a popular potted plant. In Hawaii, it grows into a shrub up to 6 feet (1.8 m) in height if the conditions are right – shade and moisture. It can also be found in Hawaii's wet forests. The plant's Hawaiian name, kulapepeiao, means “earring,” probably referring to the way the flowers dangle on the stems.
