Palila Forest Discovery Trail

‘Ūlei


 ‘Ūlei

Osteomeles anthyllidifolia,

Indigenous


‘Ūlei is a common sprawling shrub related to roses. In ancient times, Hawaiians used the plant medicinally. In addition, the hard, springy wood was used for various crafts such as fishing spears, ‘ō‘ō (digging sticks), and fish net hoops.