Hibiscus rubriflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 77: 19 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723014
Common Names
- Rubriflorus Hibiscus
- Rubriflore Hibiscus
- Hibiscus rubriflorus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hibiscus rubriflorus (also called Red-flowered 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 rubriflorus 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 rubriflorus has red 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus rubriflorus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix until roots form. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Hibiscus rubriflorus
Hibiscus rubriflorus is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical dry forests of Jalisco.
Hibiscus rubriflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus rubriflorus?
Hibiscus rubriflorus
What is the common name of Hibiscus rubriflorus?
Red-flowered Hibiscus
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus rubriflorus?
Hibiscus rubriflorus 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2850455: Based on the initial data import
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.