Double puakenikeni on Taupe tee

Puakenikeni - 10 cent flower

These trumpet shaped blossoms start out white and change to light yellow or rich orange-gold color as it blooms. These flowers have a strong sweet aroma when in full bloom and its flowers often used to be made into a beautiful lei.

Giving a lei in Hawaiian culture symbolizes showing love, honor, friendship and peace. It is most commonly given at a celebration of a special event or milestone