Species TECTORIUS

HALA 2008.04.28 KAUAI

These trees are common. I would pass by many on my way to the beach to go swimming.
This screwpine is really old and is native to all continates.
Male and female flowers on seperate trees
The female bears a pineapple fruit.
Leaves cut into strips and woven into mats, pillows, baskets, interior wall partitiions, canoe sails, and flooring.