LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — When a deadly wildfire tore through Lahaina on Maui last August, the wall of flames scorched the 151-year-old banyan tree along the historic town’s Front Street.

Since then, the tree, now-over 60 feet tall, has become the focal point of the courthouse square in the heart of Lahaina. "Over the years, the Lahaina Banyan Tree has come to serve many functions ...

Wildfires have blackened the 150-year-old tree in downtown Lahaina on Hawaii's island of Maui. The tree has long been a cherished gathering place for the local community and was planted on the ...

Since then, the tree has come to occupy almost the entire park that now bears its name. As the branches grew out and aerial roots sprouted from the branches, Lahaina residents hung large glass ...

estimates that Lahaina lost close to 25,000 trees. He says only about 300 remain viable. Among those with hope is the Indian banyan tree planted more then 150 years ago on April 24, 1873.

The iconic Lahaina banyan tree lives on ... s dead," Griffith said. Then he saw drone video. “You could still see the canopy ...

A non-profit group has partnered with resorts to help grow the trees and plants needed to restore the environments that were destroyed during the August 2023 wildfires on Maui.

About 40% of the Lahaina landmark reportedly ... according to the AP. Since then, the tree has become a popular tourist ...

After being heavily damaged in Maui's wildfires, Lahaina's 150-year-old banyan tree is showing signs of life. The fresh leaves signal a new period of growth, sending a message of hope to those ...

How Lahaina's more than 150-year-old banyan tree is coming back to life after devastating fire When a deadly wildfire tore through Lahaina on Maui last August, the wall of flames scorched the 151 ...