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Kalo Taro Leaf — Hawaiian T-Shirt

The kalo leaf is more than food — it is the elder sibling of the Hawaiian people.

The Story Behind Kalo Taro Leaf

In the Kumulipo, the Hawaiian creation chant, kalo — known elsewhere as taro — is the firstborn child of the sky father Wākea and earth mother Papa. The Hawaiian people are kalo's younger sibling, and so the plant is treated not as a crop but as an ancestor, honored with every planting and every harvest.

The broad, heart-shaped leaf of the kalo plant is one of the most recognizable symbols of Hawaiian identity. It appears in lo'i (flooded taro paddies) across the islands, fed by mountain streams that have nourished communities for over a thousand years. This design celebrates that sacred and unbroken connection between people and land.

Product Details

• Style: Gildan 5000 Adult Heavy Cotton, unisex fit
• Material: 100% preshrunk cotton (heather colors contain polyester)
• Print: Direct-to-garment, color-fast, soft-hand feel
• Fit: Classic unisex — true to size, room to move
• Made on demand: Printed and shipped from a U.S. fulfillment center

Size Guide

Please check the size chart below before ordering — measurements are in inches and centimeters.

Care

Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. Do not iron directly on the print. Treat it gently and it will outlast the suntan.

Mahalo

Every order helps keep a small Native Hawaiian-owned business alive in Kailua-Kona. Whether you're bringing home a memory of the islands or wearing your kūpuna's spirit close, mahalo nui loa for your support.