HONOLULU (KHON2) — Florists and lei makers said orchids are the most popular flower for graduation season and Mother’s Day. Several lei stands at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport ...

An informal survey at the airport shows that dendrobium orchids from Thailand are becoming the favorite of many lei-greeting services. There are several reasons for the trend, a key one being that ...

Maile leis also are worn by hula dancers because the leaves are associated with Laki, goddess of dance, and are thought to contain motion. Orchids, relatively recent arrivals on the islands ...

A vendor from The Orchid Lei Company displays a vibrant selection of leis at the 97th annual Lei Day celebration in Honolulu. (Jeremy Yurow/Courthouse News). HONOLULU (CN) — Beneath clear blue skies ...