Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
woodii
ID:
722902

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lorence & W.L.Wagner

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 183 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722235



Common Names

  • Hibiscadelphus woodii
  • Oahu Mamo
  • Oahu Hibiscadelphus


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Description

Hibiscadelphus woodii (also called Wood'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 woodii 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 woodii 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 woodii 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 woodii

Hibiscadelphus woodii is native to Hawaii and can be found in dry forests and shrublands on the islands of Maui and Molokai.

Hibiscadelphus woodii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscadelphus woodii?

Hibiscadelphus woodii

What is the common name of Hibiscadelphus woodii?

Wood's hibiscus

Where is Hibiscadelphus woodii 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,

References

Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:302848-2: Based on the initial data import