Ki by Kara

Ki

Clothing 

Ki leaves were used to make rain capes, hula skirts, and sandals. 

Fishing

Ki leaves were used to wrap bait. In the hukilau, they used leaf fronds to lure the fish into the net.

Religion

Ki was sacred to Lono, the god. When Kahuna wore the leaves around his neck, it was a sign of high rank or divine power.  

Stain

The juice from the pounded root was used to stain surfboards. 

Thatching

Ki leaves were used for hales, and the temple for the god Lono.

Medicine

The leaves were dipped in the cold spring water, and placed on the forehead to relieve headaches. They were used for backaches, and sore muscles.

Food Service

Leaves were used for laulau, fish, and other meats, and placed in the imu. They were also used to store pa'i'ai. Cut leaves were used for cups and plates.