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Fruits of the Hawaiian Islands

by Gerrit Parmile Wilder

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Ficus Carica — Fig

Some years ago, this variety of Fig was to be found growing in large numbers at Makawao, and in the Kula district of Maui. Now, however, there are few, if any, trees remaining, as a destructive blight, together with the lack of proper attention, has caused their extermination. This variety is very prolific. The fruit is small, pear-shaped, and has a particularly sweet and delicious flavor.

G. P. W. Collection. Plate VII

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