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| Hibiscus |
The southeast corner of the
United States Botanic Garden Conservatory is devoted to the Hawaii exhibit. It features the rare and endangered species of the country's 50th state.
Among the endangered plants is the Hawaii state flower: the hibiscus. Threats such as development, overgrazing by livestock and feral animals and competition from invasive weeds have reduced the number of plants surviving in the wild. Currently there are less than 60 plants in 8 populations on the islands of Lana'i, Maui and the Big Island.
The conservatory emphasizes the value of plants to society. The present building opened in 1933. (note: all photos Dec 2008)
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| Above & below: plants in the Hawaii exhibit. |
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| This is not from Hawaii. I just thought this cactus looked interesting. |
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| Facade and main entrance of conservatory (Dec 2008) |
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