Hibiscus naegelei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ulbr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 48: 374 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722830
Common Names
- Naegelei Hibiscus
- Naegele Hibiscus
- Hibiscus naegelei
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Hibiscus naegelei (also called Naegele's Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Malvaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hibiscus naegelei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hibiscus naegelei has white or pink flowers with a yellow center and a red throat. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus naegelei is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Hibiscus naegelei
Hibiscus naegelei is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Hibiscus naegelei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus naegelei?
Hibiscus naegelei
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus naegelei?
It is native to Ethiopia.
What are the common names of Hibiscus naegelei?
It is commonly known as Naegele's hibiscus.
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
Oskar Eberhard Ulbrich (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulbr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:560552-1: Based on the initial data import