Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosa-sinensis
ID:
723674

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 694 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723007



Common Names

  • Rosa-sinensis Hibiscus
  • Rosa-sinense Hibiscus
  • Hibiscus rosa-sinensis


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Synonyms

  • Hibiscus festalis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus rosiflorus Stokes [unknown]
  • Hibiscus tricolor Dehnh. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus rosa-sinensis rosa-sinensis [unknown]

Description

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (also called Chinese Hibiscus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with large, showy, red flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, and is commonly found in moist and wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is used in traditional medicine, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make tea, jams, and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis has white or pink flowers with yellow centers and a red stigma. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 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 rosa-sinensis

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world and can be found in gardens and landscapes.

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis?

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

What is the common name of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis?

Chinese Hibiscus

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis?

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis 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,

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