‘Sips for Seedlings’ brews support for Hawaiʻi’s endangered plants
Lyon Arboretum staff shared educational materials, photographs and displays highlighting the islands’ threatened flora.
Introduced animals change how island plants spread, new global study finds
The study analyzed data from 120 islands across 22 archipelagos.
Nature vs. pests: Hawaiʻi’s biocontrol attack against invasives yields benefits
“Across all three case studies, we find that biocontrol delivers net positive economic returns,” UHERO wrote.
From seeds to stewards: UH supports launch of Hua ʻIke learning hub
The site is designed to help educators bring native plant conservation into classrooms and inspire future environmental stewards.
Lau Kupu Day brings conservation volunteers to Lyon Arboretum
More than 100 volunteers united at Lyon Arboretum for Lau Kupu Day to restore native plants and support conservation in Hawaiʻi.
Grant termination threatens Lyon Arboretum’s seed digitization project
The digitization effort made the collection accessible to scientists and seed banks around the world.
Lyon Arboretum hosts CTAHR event: rare plants, tours, research, more
Attendees participated in guided tours and hands-on activities led by arboretum staff.
Lyon Arboretum wins global award for saving endangered native plants
The Seed Conservation Lab is one of three storage and propagation facilities that are part of Lyon’s Hawaiian Rare Plant Program.
Islands host 1/3 of Earth’s plant species, conservation needed
The study also highlighted the urgent conservation needs of island plants.
Protecting Oʻahu’s precious water, Koʻolau partnership marks 25 years
Its efforts focus on protecting native forests, which are crucial for soil retention, water absorption and aquifer recharge.
