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hala pia

Haw to Eng, Pukui-Elbert (1986),

n. An indigenous variety of pandanus, with keys 4 cm long, canary-yellow and small; head small, about 15 by 12 cm., used in medical prescription and for exorcising evil spirits. It was much prized for leis. He ʻili hala pia (Kep. 67), light-colored skin.

hala pia

Haw to Eng, Kent (1986),

Native pandanus, the head of which was used in exorcis- ing evil spirits that might otherwise obstruct success in fishing.

hala pia

Haw to Eng, Kent (1986),

White hala. No data. (A.) Indigenous variety of pandanus. The plant is used in medical prescriptions and exorcizing evil spirits. Much prized for leis. (PE.)

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