ʻōhiʻa Lehua (Metrosideros Collina) is a perennial shrub in the Myrtaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
Metrosideros collina is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family, native to French Polynesia and the Cook Islands. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its bright red flowers.

ʻōhiʻa Lehua
Metrosideros Collina
Metrosideros collina is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family, native to French Polynesia and the Cook Islands. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree known for its bright red flowers.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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