Hibiscus flavo-roseus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 77: 20 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722552
Common Names
- Hibiscus flavo-roseus
- Yellow-Pink Hibiscus
- Yellow-Pink Rosemallow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hibiscus flavo-roseus (also called yellow-pink 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 flavo-roseus 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 flavo-roseus has large, pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus flavo-roseus 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 flavo-roseus
Hibiscus flavo-roseus is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, riverbanks, and grasslands.
Hibiscus flavo-roseus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus flavo-roseus?
Hibiscus flavo-roseus
What is the common name of Hibiscus flavo-roseus?
Yellow-pink hibiscus
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus flavo-roseus?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2849867: Based on the initial data import
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.