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 told KHON2 ...

At commencement time, new graduates don their decorated caps and gowns, waving diplomas as they smile for photos. But many graduates also wear lei — made from flowers, candies, or ribbons around their ...

HONOLULU (KITV4) -- The owner of MP Lei Shop in Chinatown, Mimi Say, says there’s a major flower shortage and she’s scrambling. According to Say, fewer orchids are being imported from Thailand and ...

Leis are traditionally a symbol for celebration, made up of a fragrant garland of flowers. In Southern California, the most popular leis are made from dendrobium orchids, in either purple or white.