Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petherickii
ID:
723570

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven, F.D.Wilson & Fryxell

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 16: 204 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722903



Common Names

  • Hibiscus petherickii
  • Petherickii Hibiscus
  • Petherickii Rose Mallow


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Description

Hibiscus petherickii (also called Petherick'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 petherickii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as well as for medicinal purposes. The flowers can be used to make a dye for fabrics. The leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hibiscus petherickii is a bright yellow, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are bright green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus petherickii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Where to Find Hibiscus petherickii

Hibiscus petherickii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Hibiscus petherickii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus petherickii?

Hibiscus petherickii

What type of plant is Hibiscus petherickii?

A flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus petherickii?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.
F. Douglas Wilson (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.D.Wilson' in the authors string.