wāhine T - māmaki

Māmaki 

The distinct green and red of the endemic plant Māmaki (Pipturus albidus) is as vibrant as it is accommodating.  Māmaki is a host plant to the threatened endemic butterfly, Pulelehua Kamehameha.  The Pulelehua are on the decline possibly due to introduced predators and habitat loss.  But what if we all grew at least one Māmaki?  We could be part of the solution to increase the chances of thriving Pulelehua.

There are many uses for this lāʻau ʻōiwi (native plant).  The bark of the Māmaki can be used to make kapa.  The bright leaves can be used to create a brownish purple dye.  Depending on how long you let the material marinate, youʻll have different shades.  Another use of the leaves, that has become much more popular, is a rejuvenating tea.  It is said that Māmaki tea has many health benefits.  How do you use Māmaki?  Here, weʻre excited to grow more Māmaki for the Pulelehua while brewing a cup or two of tea. 

Benefits

• Made with superior 100% combed and ring-spun clean cotton
• eco-friendly dye
• relaxed, wāhine fit
• side seams

For a healthier and happier honua, this product is only made when you order it. Typically, this product will be made in about a week.  It will take another week or so to ship.  ETA of your product is around 2-4 weeks.  Please see FAQ for more information on our practices.  Mahalo for your patience!  

With the proceeds, we will give an annual 5% donation back to a conservation organization as well as a community organization; thatʻs 10%.  Mahalo for all of your kākoʻo (support) to help our ʻāina and lāhui not only survive but thrive.