Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
wilderianus
ID:
722901

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rock

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Div. Forest. Board Commiss. Agric. Forest. Hawaii 1: 12 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722234



Common Names

  • Hibiscadelphus wilderianus
  • Molokai Mamo
  • Molokai Hibiscadelphus


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Description

Hibiscadelphus wilderianus (also called Wilder's 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 wilderianus 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

The flower of Hibiscadelphus wilderianus is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscadelphus wilderianus 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 wilderianus

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

Hibiscadelphus wilderianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscadelphus wilderianus?

Hibiscadelphus wilderianus

What is the common name of Hibiscadelphus wilderianus?

Wilder's hibiscus

Where is Hibiscadelphus wilderianus native to?

Molokai, 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,

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