Hibiscus ludwigii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral. : 39 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722755
Common Names
- Ludwig's Hibiscus
- Ludwigii Hibiscus
- Ludwig's Rose Mallow
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Hibiscus calycularis E.Mey. ex Harv. & Sond. [unknown]
Description
Hibiscus ludwigii (also called Ludwig's Hibiscus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with large, showy, pink flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and is commonly found in moist and wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hibiscus ludwigii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a ground cover. The plant is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hibiscus ludwigii is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green, with thin, delicate stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus ludwigii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Hibiscus ludwigii
Hibiscus ludwigii is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical dry forests of Jalisco.
Hibiscus ludwigii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus ludwigii?
Hibiscus ludwigii
What is the common name of Hibiscus ludwigii?
Ludwig's hibiscus
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus ludwigii?
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-2850134: Based on the initial data import
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.