A33 🌺PŌHINAHINA, SIMPLELEAF CHASTETREE (Vitex trifolia) Lamiaceae family
Pōhinahina is a shrub or small tree that belongs to the mint family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. In Hawaiian, it is known as pōhinahina or kolokolo kahakai.
- Has three-lobed leaves that are aromatic when crushed
- Produces clusters of blue or purple flowers that attract bees and butterflies
- Medicinal uses in some cultures, such as treating skin infections, headaches, and fever
- Can tolerate salt spray, drought, and poor soils, making it a good plant for coastal areas