Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhabdotospermus
ID:
723649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garcke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 7: 839 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722982



Common Names

  • Rhabdotospermus Hibiscus
  • Rhabdotospermu Hibiscus
  • Hibiscus rhabdotospermus


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Synonyms

  • Hibiscus rhabdotospermus mossamedensis Hiern [unknown]
  • Hibiscus mossamedensis (Hiern) Exell & Mendonça [unknown]

Description

Hibiscus rhabdotospermus (also called Rhabdotospermus 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 rhabdotospermus is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hibiscus rhabdotospermus 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 rhabdotospermus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hibiscus rhabdotospermus

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

Hibiscus rhabdotospermus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus rhabdotospermus?

Hibiscus rhabdotospermus

What is the common name of Hibiscus rhabdotospermus?

Rhabdotospermus Hibiscus

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus rhabdotospermus?

Hibiscus rhabdotospermus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

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,