Loulu: The Hawaian Palm. 2012. 255 col. figs. 37 maps. 255 col. figs. XII, 190 p. Hardcover.

The only native palms in Hawaii, loulu, are among the Islandsmost distinctive plants. Several of the 24 recognized species are rare and endangered and all make handsome and appropriate ornamentals to adorn gardens and landscapes with their dramatic foliage, colorful flower clusters, and conspicuous fruits. The author traveled extensively throughout Hawaii to research and photograph nearly all the species in their native habitat. In the course of his work, he described and named three loulu that were new to science. Each of the 24 species is treated in detail and this book is illustrated with more than 200 color photographs that clearly show leaves, flower stalks, fruits, and habitat. Chapters on loulu history, botany, ecology, conservation, uses, and propagation and culture provide essential background information for readers, whatever their level of interest or expertise. In the appendices, a concise summary of loulu, lists of species by island, and an illustrated compendium of exotic, naturalized palms of Hawaii and relatives of loulu found throughout the South Pacific are given.