Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Hawaiiese dwerg, Dwarf umbrella tree, Hawaiian elf

Family: Araliaceae (Ginseng)

Distribution: Taiwan

IUCN Red list: Not evaluated

Black list: Listed NEMBA Category 3 Invasive - May not be propagated or transported.

Comments: Under special conditions it can produce aerial roots that, upon reaching the ground will convert to fully functional roots. They give the plant an unusual and interesting appearance.