Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richardsonii
ID:
723663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 11: t. 875 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722996



Common Names

  • Richardsonii Hibiscus
  • Richardsoni Hibiscus
  • Hibiscus richardsonii


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Synonyms

  • Hibiscus trionioides G.Don [unknown]

Description

Hibiscus richardsonii (also called Richardson's Hibiscus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with large, showy, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, and is commonly found in moist and wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus richardsonii 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 richardsonii 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 richardsonii 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 richardsonii

Hibiscus richardsonii is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical dry forests of Jalisco.

Hibiscus richardsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus richardsonii?

Hibiscus richardsonii

What is the common name of Hibiscus richardsonii?

Richardson's Hibiscus

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus richardsonii?

Hibiscus richardsonii 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,

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