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	Kukui: Other Uses: Ethnobotany: Ahupua'a: Asia-Pacific Digital Library
		Kukui thrives best in the woods of the lower mountain zone, wet gulches and valleys, ravines and hanging valleys.
		Kukui is the official tree emblem for the state of Hawaii because of "the multiplicity of its uses to the ancient Hawaiians for light, fuel, medicine, dye, and ornament as well as the distinctive beauty of its light-green foliage which embellishes many of the slopes of our beloved mountains".
		Kukui is often mentioned in many Hawaiian myths, legends, and in literature.
	apdl.kcc.hawaii.edu /~ahupuaa/botany/other/kukui.htm (630 words)

	Hawaiian Plants
		The kukui was a important source of dye for the ancient Hawaiians.
		The kukui is the official tree emblem for the state of Hawaii.
		The beautiful leaves of the kukui tree show silvery ruffles with every breeze for they remember the legend tells everyone that first to give light was the moon not the sun.
	www.k12.hi.us /~sdrown/plantweb/kukui.htm (323 words)

	Oils of Aloha
		Kukui oil is expeller pressed from the nut of the kukui tree.
		The Hawaiian word “kukui” means “enlightened,” and this highly penetrating oil was treasured by ancient Hawaiians for its soothing and healing properties.
		Kukui nut oil has earned its historic reputation through generations of use, providing nature’s relief for dry skin, and easing the symptoms of eczema and psoriasis.
	www.oilsofaloha.com (487 words)

	Canoe Plants of Ancient Hawai`i: KUKUI
		Kukui was considered to be the body form of Kamapua'a, the pig god.
		For bad cases of ulcers and other skin sores, the baked meat of ripe kukui nuts was pounded and mixed with other plants, such as ripe noni fruit.
		In the treatment of rheumatic joints or deep bruises and wounds, kukui and noni leaves were wrapped around the afflicted places and heat applied by hot packs of salt, sand or rocks wrapped in tapa cloth.
	www.canoeplants.com /kukui.html (851 words)

	Tung Oil Tree Photos
		The leathery, green outer layer (mesocarp and exocarp) is similar to the husk of a walnut, and the hard-shelled layer surrounding the oily seed is a stony endocarp.
		The leathery, green outer layer (mesocarp and exocarp) is similar to the husk of a walnut.
		The kukui nut was legislated in 1959 because of its historial significance in the colonization of Hawaii by native Polynesians.
	waynesword.palomar.edu /tungoil1.htm (1142 words)

	Puu Kukui - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Pu‘u Kukui is the highest peak of Mauna Kahalawai, or the West Maui Mountains.
		The peak was formed by a volcano whose caldera eroded into what is now Ī‘ao Valley.
		Pu‘u Kukui is considered one of the wettest spots on Earth, receiving more than 355 inches (900 cm) of rain a year.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Puu_Kukui (115 words)

	Puu Kukui Watershed Preserve
		MLandP is dedicated to applying the value of Malama`aina (caring for the land) at the Preserve, protecting this biologically unique and fragile area, which shelters many rare and endangered species and protects a vital source of water for the West Maui community.
		The Pu`u Kukui (Hawaiian for ‘Hill of Light’) Watershed Preserve was established at the behest of MLandP’s visionary president, Colin C. Cameron, in 1988.
		The Pu`u Kukui Watershed Preserve is central to MLandP’s plans for the whole of its West Maui land holdings and to the success of the Company’s efforts to create and manage holistic, sustainable communities that respect the well-being and beauty of Maui’s natural resources.
	www.mauiland.com /puukukui.shtml (610 words)

	Kukui nut oil to be tested in psoriasis study - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper
		Researchers at the University of Hawai'i are looking for 30 people with mildly itchy skin to test a new theory that kukui nut oil may reduce the symptoms of psoriasis, a skin disease that afflicts up to 9 million Americans.
		The group will be divided in two, with half using kukui oil on lesions over their body and the other half using a placebo oil.
		"Kukui nut oil has a high content of polyunsaturated fatty acids and very unique ammonia properties, so much so that Mainland cosmetic companies purchase it for their fine cosmetic lines," said Brown.
	the.honoluluadvertiser.com /article/2003/Feb/16/ln/ln32a.html (368 words)

	Kukui.html
		Habitat: Kukui trees are found in woods, wet gulches, and valleys.
		The bark of the kukui gave a brown dye.
		One legend says that when Makali'i, god of plenty, could not see the shark that swallowed his brother, he chewed some kukui nut and spat it on the water so the water would clear.
	www.k12.hi.us /~kapunaha/student_projects/hawn_plants/kukui.htm (661 words)

	Reunion Hall - USCGC Kukui
		I was on the Kukui from Dec 52 to Dec 54.
		I was on Kukui 67-69 as a DC1.
		I was stationed on the KUKUI (WAK-186) from November 59 to November 60.
	www.fredsplace.org /reunion/cutter/1470.shtml (4867 words)

	Kukui Nut Oil For Sale
		In 1959 the Kukui nut tree became the official state tree of Hawaii.
		Since scientists have found traces of Kukui pollen in ancient geological deposits, it may be assumed that the Kukui nut tree is indigenous to Hawaii.
		Kukui Nut oil packaged in UV protected boston Round PET food grade plastic bottles with quality spray applicator keeps your oil fresh for a shelf life of approx.
	www.star-journeys.com /kukuinutoil.html (485 words)

	Kukui Nut Lumbang Seed Jewelry - Fashion Jewelry
		Kukui nuts (also called Lumbang nuts) are produced by the kukui - or "candlenut" - tree, which is the state tree of Hawaii.
		Kukui nuts usually measure around an inch in length and width, and no two are exactly alike.
		The trendiest kukui nut jewelry item is probably the long, knotted ribbon necklace or "lei." But you can also find shorter necklaces, chokers, and even chunky bracelets.
	www.bellaonline.com /articles/art34145.asp (538 words)

	Kukui Tree (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The Kukui or Candlenut tree (Aleurites moluccana L.) is the state tree of Hawai'i and the symbol of the `Aha Kupuna, the Council of Elders of the Nation of Hawaii.
		A carved Kukui nut shell, pierced to be used as a bead, and fashioned between 1860 and 1920.
		The Hawai'ian proverb "When the kukui nut is spat on the water, the sea is smooth" is equivalent to "pouring oil on troubled waters."
	www.nfobase.com /html/kukui_tree.html (834 words)

	Kukui, Health and Beauty, eczema, Chemical burn, dry heel, dry scalp, dry skin, essential oils, psoriasis, radiation ...
		Kukui Nut Oil is cold pressed from the nut of the kukui tree.
		The Hawaiian word "Kukui" means enlightened and this highly polyunsaturated oil is treasured by the Hawaiian people for its ancient and contemporary uses.
		Kukui nut oil has earned its reputation by providing natural relief for the symptoms of eczema, psoriasis and dry skin.
	kukui.org (337 words)

	MasterWorks International Huna Bulletin Board and Forum - Ki`i Kukui Healings: (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		The kukui shell is sensitive to moisture, so it is important to get fresh blood off it as soon as possible or it may develop cracks and have to be sent back to the Huna Heiau Church for repairs to its shell.
		And later, check the kukui shell for cracks, and if it has any, then sent it back to the Huna Heiau Church by the fastest means possible for repairs.
		I used my Ki`i kukui on her while she was having something similar to a convulsion.
	www.masterworksinternational.com /BBoard/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=97 (5548 words)

	puukuki.html (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Brad C. Pu'u Kukui is the volcano that formed the whole western half of the island of Maui.
		Pu'u Kukui is known as one of the wettest spots in the world and the third wettest spot in Hawaii'i.
		There are many kinds of rock on Pu'u Kukui that are usually found on the summits of volcanoes; the reason for this is because Pu'u Kukui is what's left of the western volcano that formed Maui.
	kalama.doe.hawaii.edu /hern95/pt038/middle/geohawaii/mauico/kukui (778 words)

	USCGC KUKUI - WORKHORSE OF THE PACIFIC
		KUKUI's primary mission was logistics, maintenance, repair and construction of the LORAN Stations throughout the Pacific.
		KUKUI had three large storage holds that were nearly empty as we completed our WESTPACs, and we could store many personal effects amongst the heavy construction equipment.
		Meanwhile, the new CGC KUKUI, a state-of-the-art buoytender, with minimally manned crew, was commissioned a few years ago and is now homeported at the Integrated Support Command (ISC) Honolulu, HI (formerly Base Sand Island).
	www.jacksjoint.com /kukui.htm (1820 words)

	Kukui Nut Oil- Lotion- Home Page
		Kukui Nut oil is (cold) pressed from the kukui nut grown on the big island of Hawaii.
		Some customers enjoy the natural unscented kukui nut oil; others prefer the ‘Scented’ kukui nut oil, which is scented with lavender, rosemary and chamomile essential oils.
		I like to use kukui nut oil on my face since it works with the body’s natural healing process.
	www.aaladreams.com (225 words)

	Alpha Skin Care's Rosehip Kukui Body Cream with Dead Sea Salt (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		It is a great daytime facial cream that can be used all over the body to tighten and firm the skin and help to reduce the appearance of fine line, wrinkles and stretch marks.
		Kukui Nut oil is rapidly absorbed into the skin.
		Kukui nut oil creates a protective shield without clogging pores, while it locks in moisture.
	allnaturalbeauty.us /product_spotlight3.htm (1165 words)

	Kukui Oil/Noni Juice (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kukui nut oil is readily absorbed by the skin providing tissues with essential elements.
		Kukui oil provides natural relief for psoriasis, eczema, dry skin, and radiation therapy.To learn more about Kukui Nuts In Hawaii...
		Kukui Nut Oil (4 oz.), Kukui Moisturizing Cream (4 oz.), Kukui Conditioning Shampoo (8 oz.) and one of our 3 oz.
	store.pccgifts.com /kuoilfrha.html (237 words)

	The Bead Site \| The Wonderful Kukui Tree
		Native to Southeast Asia, it was apparently brought to the islands by early Polynesian settlers.
		While I knew about this ornamental nut (these two beads have been in the Center's collection for many years), it wasn't until I began corresponding with Barbara Farrell, who lives in Hawai'I, that I was made aware of all of its many uses and lore.
		Some Uses of the Kukui Tree: (Note: Tapa is a local cloth made from the bark of the paper mulberry, breadfruit, and other trees)
	www.thebeadsite.com /PLAKUKUI.htm (629 words)

	LoopNet - COLLIERS - Kukui Mall, Office Building, Kihei, HI
		This City Bank space is located within the Kukui Mall in Kihei, Maui.
		This 1,500 square foot space is ideal for a retailer or a ground floor office user looking to enjoy walk-in business.
		Kukui Mall is centrally located within the heart of Kihei, Maui.
	loopnet.com /xNet/MainSite/Listing/Profile/Profile.aspx?LID=14083167 (273 words)

	Kukui Nut Leis - Kukui Nut Necklace - Koa Wood Leis - Chunky Kukui Nut Necklace from Hawaii - Hawaiian Leis and Kukui ...
		Kukui Nut Leis - Kukui Nut Necklace - Koa Wood Leis - Chunky Kukui Nut Necklace from Hawaii - Hawaiian Leis and Kukui Necklaces
		Once you wear one of these, you may not want to wear another ordinary kukui nut necklace.
		Each kukui nut is inspected to make sure there are NO HAIRLINE CRACKS.
	www.iakamai.com /islandproducts/index_kukui_leis.html (437 words)

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		If you are not currently a client, and would like more information about our services, please see the "Services" section of our website to see how we can help your business.
		In the Hawaiian language, the word "kukui" means "enlightened." Of course, the kukui tree bears the kukui nut, which contains an oil that is not only excellent for the skin but can be burned for light.
		Now, if the ancient Hawaiians burned kukui nut oil for light, maybe that's why it translates into "enlightened" in English...
	kukui.com (273 words)

	kukui nut Skin Care Products - Compare Prices and Reviews - Shop Smart at Shopzilla! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		A skin-nourishing blend of kukui and macadamia nut oils provides...
		Alba Kukui Nut Organic Body Oil Tropical nut oils rich in essential...
		Store ratings and product reviews are submitted by online shoppers; they do not reflect our opinions and we have no responsibility for their content.
	www.shopzilla.com /7Y_-_cat_id--92__keyword--kukui+nut (536 words)

	eBay - kukui nut, Necklaces Pendants, Ethnic, Tribal Jewelry items on eBay.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Kukui Nut BROWN Necklace Wood Bead Boho Chunky Chic Sak
		Kukui Nut BROWN Necklace Wood Wooden Bead Boho Chunky
		Kukui Nut BROWN Necklace Wood Bead Boho Chunky Sak
	search-desc.ebay.com /search/search.dll?query=kukui+nut&newu=1&krd=1 (552 words)

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		Welcome to the website of the Association of Owners of Kukui Plaza.
		This website allows owners, residents and those that interact with our community the ability to see upcoming events, current news articles, as well as the ability to download documents or post ads.
		Our new neighbor is planning a 39-story condominium project with parking and auto dealership.
	www.kukuiplaza.com (130 words)

	A&B Accelerates Kukui'ula Development, Secures JV Partner (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Together, we will create a residential resort development unlike any other in Hawaii, and one of which Kauai will be proud.”
		The property itself has tremendous physical attributes—it is simply beautiful.
		Kauai County Council Chair Ron Kouchi said, “I have no doubt that this project will be something that we can all be proud of.
	www.koloaestates.com /pressreleases/pr020425.htm (1210 words)

	KUKUI NUT LEIS (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
		Note: Card Holder's address must be exact match with the Card Holder's billing address, otherwise Card will be decline.
		The Kukui Nut Lei price: Row 1, 2, 3, 4 are
		Additional charge of $7.50 will apply to any order if the order item is not in stock.
	www.hawaiianleistand.com /kukuinutleis.htm (692 words)

	Aromatherapy&You
		Carrier oils allow the essential oil to slowly permeate the skin, protecting it from irritation.
		Jojoba, sesame, sweet almond, rose hip, refined rice bran, wheatgerm, evening of primrose, grapeseed, kukui nut, sunflower, hazelnut, safflower, avocado or apricot kernel oils are commonly used.
		Several of the carrier oils can be combined and when essential oils are added, this makes for a very nutrient-rich bath oil.
	www.virtuowl.com /beauty/aromatherapy2.htm (2219 words)

	Kukui nut lei.
		You are here: Home > Hawaiian Leis > Leaf and Nut Leis > Kukui Nut Lei
		A permanent lei, kukui lei may be kept as long as you wish.
		Traditional: kukui trees were brought to Hawaii by early Polynesian voyagers for use in dyes, carving, and the seeds as a source of oil - which is why they are also known as "candlenuts".
	www.geckofarms.com /Leis/kukui.htm (182 words)

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