In
Polynesian mythology (specifically:
Hawaii),
Haumea is a goddess of fertility and childbirth. With
Kane Milohai, she is the mother of
Pele,
Kamohoalii,
Namaka,
Pere,
Kapo and
Hi'iaka. She was a powerful sorceress and gave birth to many creatures; some after turning herself into a young woman to marry her children and grandchildren. She was finally killed by
Kaulu.
There is also a male god named Haumea, a god of wild plants and berries; he is the god of wild food, as opposed to (his brother) Rongo, the god of cultivated food.
Alternative: Haumia Tiketike, Haumia, Hauma
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