Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
physaloides
ID:
723578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guill. & Perr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Fl. Seneg. Tent. : 52 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722911



Common Names

  • Hibiscus physaloides
  • Physaloides Hibiscus
  • Physaloides Rose Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Abelmoschus ascendens Walp. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus ribesifolia Guill. & Perr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus variabilis Garcke [unknown]
  • Hibiscus atroviolaceus Baill. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus hornei Baker [unknown]
  • Hibiscus ribesifolius Guill. & Perr. [unknown]

Description

Hibiscus physaloides (also called Physalis-Like 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 physaloides 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 physaloides 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 physaloides 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 physaloides

Hibiscus physaloides is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. It can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Hibiscus physaloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus physaloides?

Hibiscus physaloides

What type of plant is Hibiscus physaloides?

A flowering plant

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus physaloides?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2850333: Based on the initial data import
George Samuel Perrottet (1790-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perr.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Antoine Guillemin (1796-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guill.' in the authors string.