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Silverswords
silversword plant amongst the brush

Silverswords: Rarer than Diamonds

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Lei made of `a`ali`i and native ferns.  

Did You Know?
`A`ali`i (Dodonaea viscose) is an important shrub with many traditional Hawaiian uses. Its hard and durable wood makes a fine spear. Seed pods are fashioned into beautiful lei, while its red capsules can be boiled to make dye.

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Last Updated: March 18, 2009 at 21:05 EST