Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
stellatus
ID:
1327540

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Oppenh., Bustamente & Perlman

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 39: 67 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339994



Common Names

  • Hibiscadelphus stellatus
  • Star-Like Hibiscadelphus
  • Star-Like Hibiscus


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Description

Hibiscadelphus stellatus (also called Hibiscadelphus stellatus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Hawaii, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscadelphus stellatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hibiscadelphus stellatus is a white-cream coloured umbel, with each individual flower having five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black colour. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscadelphus stellatus is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division of the root system.

Where to Find Hibiscadelphus stellatus

Hibiscadelphus stellatus is found in Hawaii.

Hibiscadelphus stellatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscadelphus stellatus?

Hibiscadelphus stellatus

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscadelphus stellatus?

Dry forests and shrublands

What is the conservation status of Hibiscadelphus stellatus?

Critically Endangered

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

Steven Perlman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perlman' in the authors string.
Hank Oppenheimer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Oppenh.' in the authors string.
Keahi M. Bustamente: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bustamente' in the authors string.