Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
crucibracteatus
ID:
722898

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.W.Hobdy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 25(11): 1 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722231



Common Names

  • Cross-bracted Hulsea
  • Cross-bracted Hibiscadelphus
  • Cross-bracted Hulsea


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Description

Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus (also called Cross-bracted Hibiscadelphus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with an upright habit, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria, typically in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus is used in landscaping and gardening as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus has yellow flowers with five petals and a single stamen. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus

Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus is native to Hawaii and can be found in dry and mesic forests on the islands of Oahu, Kauai, and Molokai.

Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus?

Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus

What is the common name of Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus?

Cross-bracted Silky Hibiscus

What type of plant is Hibiscadelphus crucibracteatus?

Shrub

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,