The Hawaiian Islands are the most isolated island chain on Earth, a fact that has given rise to an extraordinary level of endemism among its native plants. But what does that mean, exactly? What makes a plant “native”? If you’re curious to explore these questions and discover both the common and rare native plants of Hawaii—and where to find them—join Chuck Chimera, botanist and native plant enthusiast with the Hawaii Invasive Species Council, for an engaging talk about Hawaii’s unique flora.

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