Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
puakuahiwi
ID:
722900

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Baker & S.Allen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 33: 276 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722233



Common Names

  • Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi
  • Kauai Mamo
  • Kauai Hibiscadelphus


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Description

Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi (also called Puakuahiwi 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 puakuahiwi is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardening. Its wood is also used to make furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi 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 puakuahiwi 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 puakuahiwi

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

Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi?

Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi

What is the common name of Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi?

Kauai hibiscus

Where is Hibiscadelphus puakuahiwi native to?

Kauai, Hawaii

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,

References

Ken Baker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Baker' in the authors string.
Suzy Allen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Allen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:559887-1: Based on the initial data import