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Fruits of the Hawaiian Islands

Psidium molle.

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This species was introduced to Hawaii by Mr. A. Jaeger; and a single specimen of its kind is now growing at the Old Plantation, Honolulu. It is a low-growing, slender, willow-like tree of straggling growth. The opposite leaves are small, stiff and rough. The white flowers are fragrant. The small, round fruit is brownish-green, turning to a pale yellow when ripe. The white pulp is slightly acid, and contains many seeds. This guava is rather an inferior fruit.

Plate LXIII.
Plate LXIII.

Plate LXIII.—Psidium molle. One half natural size.

G. P. W. Collection. Plate LXIV

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