Banyan Tree, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
Posted by: ronjean
N 20° 52.314 W 156° 40.634
4Q E 741657 N 2309716
An old tree with multiple trunks across from the town center.
Waymark Code: WM54AZ
Location: Hawaii, United States
Date Posted: 11/08/2008
Views: 57
This tree covers 2/3 of an acre, nearly the entire block. The symmetrical nature is preserved by the locals. Lots of benches and shade under this tree for public use.
Genus/Species: Ficus benghalensis
Height: 60
Girth: 40
Method of obtaining height: Reliable source
Method of obtaining girth: Arm reaching
Location type: Park
Age: 135
Historical significance: Marked the 50th Anniversary of Christian missionary work in Lahaina
Planter: William Owen Smith
Website reference: [Web Link]
Walk time: 1
Parking coordinates: Not Listed
Photograpy coordinates: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
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