Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lamalama
ID:
747336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Callm., Buerki & Koopman

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Candollea 64: 194 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746669



Common Names

  • Hibiscus lamalama
  • Lamalama Hibiscus
  • Lamalama Hibiscus Flower


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Description

Hibiscus lamalama (also called Lamalama Hibiscus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Hawaii. It grows up to 1m in height and has small, yellow flowers with five petals. It grows in moist, shaded forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus lamalama is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its colorful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscus lamalama has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus lamalama is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.

Where to Find Hibiscus lamalama

Hibiscus lamalama can be found in the Pacific Islands.

Hibiscus lamalama FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus lamalama?

Hibiscus lamalama

What is the common name of Hibiscus lamalama?

Lamalama Hibiscus

Where is Hibiscus lamalama found?

Hibiscus lamalama is found in Hawaii

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

Martin Wilhelm Callmander (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callm.' in the authors string.
Sven Buerki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buerki' in the authors string.
Margaret M. Koopman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koopman' in the authors string.