Guinea grass (Megathyrsus maximus) is a highly flammable invasive plant species, which greatly contributed to the Maui wildfires. The species is native to Africa but was planted in Hawaii by 18th ...

Guinea grass and other invasive grasses alter soil moisture and an accumulation of dead, dry leaves that don’t decompose create a fire-prone landscape. — Photo courtesy Maui Invasive Species ...

“Grasses like guinea grass and fountain grass (found ... is the public relations and education specialist for the Maui Invasive Species Committee. She holds a bachelor’s degree in ...

In this year-end episode of Empowered Hawaii, hosts Jeff Mikulina and Kelly Simek highlight the inspiring work of ...