Proposed native ecosystem restoration program for Halape, Keauhou, and Apua Point: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Abstract

This resource management report is a prescription for the ecosystem restoration program of the coastal lowland of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park between Apua Point and Halape. The prescription emphasizes a vegetation community approach rather than the current introduction of individual species in widely scattered localities. Seventy-two species are discussed in the report. Eight species are recommended for introduction by planting and ten by broadcast seeding. Three species, whose classification is confused, are recommended for planting only after their taxonomy is resolved and the species appropriate for the area concerned is identified. Fifteen species should be eradicated. The remaining 36 species require no management action. It is recommended that the planting areas be monitored before and after planting.