Ilima Papa T-Shirt

‘Ilima (Sida fallax) is a native Hawaiian shrub known for its vibrant orange-yellow flowers, typically growing 1-3 feet tall. In Hawaiian culture, ‘ilima flowers were used to create lei associated with royalty, and the plant is considered a kinolau (physical manifestation) of Laka, the goddess of hula and forests. Ecologically, ‘ilima plays a valuable role in Hawai‘i's ecosystems by stabilizing coastal areas, preventing erosion in sandy or rocky soils, and providing food and habitat for native insects and birds, thus contributing to the islands' biodiversity.

Illustrated by our founder Kea Peters and printed by a Native Hawaiian owned business on a soft tri-blend tee that gets softer over time. Tahlee is wearing a size Large and Sunema is wearing a size Small. Find the matching tote here.