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Hawaiian Akulilkuli

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Hawaiian Akulikuli. Genus Sesuvium, Species Portulacastrum. Scientific name: Sesuvium Portulacastrum. AKA: The Sea Purslane. A durable, fast growing survivor of a plant. Though its leaves are not showy, its flower blossoms are beautiful. Its juicy, succulent leaves lock in moisture, allowing this plant to survive in times of drought. Though it can survive with little water and sunlight due to its durability, it thrives in sunny conditions, with a good amount of water. It is native to coastal regions along the Hawaiian island chain.