Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fischeri
ID:
723213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ulbr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 2): 403 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722546



Common Names

  • Hibiscus fischeri
  • Fischer's Hibiscus
  • Fischer's Rosemallow


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Description

Hibiscus fischeri (also called Fischer's 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 fischeri is used as a source of food, fiber, and medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscus fischeri has large, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus fischeri is a shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a light, sandy soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they root.

Where to Find Hibiscus fischeri

Hibiscus fischeri is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, riverbanks, and grasslands.

Hibiscus fischeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus fischeri?

Hibiscus fischeri

What is the common name of Hibiscus fischeri?

Fischer's hibiscus

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus fischeri?

It is native to tropical Africa

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,