Pelea singuliflora H. Lév. , Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 443. 1912. Type information: Lectotype [BM]. U. Faurie 194. May 1910. O`ahu: Ko`olau Mts., Konahuanui.1000m. Lectotypified in Stone. Phan. Monogr. 3: 79. 1969.