What Kinds of Plants Can't You Ship to Hawaii?
As a series of islands, Hawaii is isolated from many problems that affect mainland plants. Certain plants may host pests or diseases that could potentially ruin agricultural practices in Hawaii. Although the island state may allow some plants with the proper certifications, others are banned. Does this Spark an idea?
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Prohibited Plants
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Coconuts are a symbol of tropical climates, but bringing them into Hawaii requires permits. Hawaii prohibits the import of any palms from the United States. Also, coconut seednuts, plants and any living parts of a coconut tree are also prohibited. Importers of coconuts for consumption must obtain permits from the Hawaii Department of Agriculture and have coconuts hulled and drained of liquid.
Uncertified Plants
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Diseases may hitchhike on imported plants such as the dahlia. You may ship otherwise-restricted plants if the Hawaii Department of Agriculture is able to certify the country of origin or disease treatment of the plant. Living dahlia, aster, chrysanthemum, gladiolus and hollyhock plants must have a certificate. Hawaii doesn't allow uncertified plants.
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Quarantined Plants
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You cannot ship unquarantined pineapples or bananas into Hawaii. The Hawaii Department of Agriculture plant quarantine inspectors assess coffee plants and seeds, certain plants from the pineapple or bromeliad family, plants or plant parts from bananas, passion fruit, taro and orchids, and members of the grass family, including sugarcane and bamboo. Inspectors quarantine diseased or infected plants, prohibiting them from import.
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