Hibiscus dioscorides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.G.Mill.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Ethnofl. Soqotra Archipelago : 724 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722494
Common Names
- Hibiscus Dioscorides
- Dioscorides Hibiscus
- Dioscor Hibiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hibiscus dioscorides (also called Dioscorides' hibiscus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has large, yellow flowers and is found in tropical woodlands, savannas, and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hibiscus dioscorides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers can be used to make a tea, which is believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and other ailments. The leaves can be used as a natural dye for fabrics and food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hibiscus dioscorides is a large, showy bloom with five petals in shades of pink, red, and yellow. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus dioscorides is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature stems. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Hibiscus dioscorides
Hibiscus dioscorides is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.
Hibiscus dioscorides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus dioscorides?
Hibiscus dioscorides
What is the common name of Hibiscus dioscorides?
Dioscorides' Hibiscus
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus dioscorides?
Open woodlands and grassy slopes
Species in the Hibiscus genus
Hibiscus cabralensis, Hibiscus mariae, Hibiscus acetosella, Hibiscus aethiopicus, Hibiscus ahlensis, Hibiscus amambayensis, Hibiscus amazonicus, Hibiscus ambovombensis, Hibiscus andersonii, Hibiscus andongensis, Hibiscus aneuthe, Hibiscus angolensis, Hibiscus ankaramyensis, Hibiscus aphelus, Hibiscus apodus, Hibiscus aponeurus, Hibiscus arenicola, Hibiscus argutus, Hibiscus arnhemensis, Hibiscus articulatus, Hibiscus australensis, Hibiscus austrinus, Hibiscus bacalusius, Hibiscus benguellensis, Hibiscus bequaertii, Hibiscus berberidifolius, Hibiscus bicalyculatus, Hibiscus bifurcatus, Hibiscus biseptus, Hibiscus boranensis, Hibiscus boryanus, Hibiscus brachychlaenus, Hibiscus brachysiphonius, Hibiscus brackenridgei, Hibiscus brennanii, Hibiscus bricchettii, Hibiscus burtt-davyi, Hibiscus byrnesii, Hibiscus caesius, Hibiscus calcicola, Hibiscus calodendron, Hibiscus calyphyllus, Hibiscus cannabinus, Hibiscus castroi, Hibiscus ceratophorus, Hibiscus cerradoensis, Hibiscus chancoae, Hibiscus chrysochaetus, Hibiscus citrinus, Hibiscus clayii,
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
Anthony G. Miller (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Mill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77065869-1: Based on the initial data import