Metrosideros polymorpha var. pumila

The dwarf ʻōhiʻa lehua (pumila) is a compact, shrubby form of Metrosideros polymorpha ideal for smaller native Hawaiian gardens or large containers in tropical climates. It prefers partial shade with consistent moisture and thrives in acidic, well-drained soils. Its smaller stature makes it slightly more manageable than tree forms, but it still requires the high humidity of its native habitat.