mokihana

[mɔkɪˈhɑnə]

Definitions

1. noun

a type of hibiscus flower, also known as the state flower of Hawaii, or a small hibiscus flower used as a garland

“The lei maker carefully wove the delicate mokihana flowers into a beautiful garland for the queen.”

Synonyms

  • hibiscus flower
  • ma'o hau hele
  • yellow hibiscus

Antonyms

  • noxious plant
  • weed