Prefers a tropical climate with moderate to high humidity. Thrives at varying altitudes, ranging from low to high elevations.
Common Name: Hawane
Pritchardia gaudichaudi is a plant species native to Hawaii, specifically found in Molokai. It belongs to the group of other utility plants. The plant produces fruits that are consumed by various animals such as deer, wild pigs, mongoose, cattle, and humans. In Hawaii, the immature fruits, known as hawane, are highly prized for their delicacy.
Pritchardia gaudichaudi
Country of origin: Hawaii
Distribution: Pritchardia gaudichaudi is native to Hawaii, specifically found in Molokai. Ecological Interactions: The fruits of Pritchardia gaudichaudi are consumed by various animals, including deer, wild pigs, mongoose, cattle, and humans. In Hawaii, the immature fruits, known as "hawane," are highly valued as a delicacy. Grouping: This plant belongs to the category of "Other utility."
Well-drained soil with a preference for loamy or sandy soil types.
Hawaii (Molokai); fruits eaten by deer, wild pigs, mongoose, cattle and man. Immature fruits (hawane) are valued as a delicacy in Hawaii.