Quick answer: 6 native plants for birds are native to Hawaii, 0 with a live listing as of 24 Oct 2026.
6 species
Native plants for birds in Hawaii: what to know
6 of the 30 plants native to Hawaii in this directory fit this need: 20% of the state's list, well below the 52% share across all species.
Between them they flower from January through December, with the most in bloom in January. Mixing early and late bloomers keeps the planting useful all season.
Many do double duty: 5 are also drought-tolerant.
5 of them grow in full or partial sun and 1 tolerate shade, so there are options for open beds and woodland edges alike. For wildlife, 1 support pollinators and 6 provide food or cover for birds.
None currently has a verified wild-species listing, so check a local native plant nursery or seed exchange.