Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sabei
ID:
750027

Status:
valid

Authors:
Weckesser

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 5: 41 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749360



Common Names

  • Sabei Hibiscus
  • Sabe Hibiscus
  • Sabe Bush Hibiscus


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Description

Hibiscus sabei (also called Sabei hibiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Madagascar. It is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus sabei is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hibiscus sabei is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus sabei can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Hibiscus sabei

Hibiscus sabei is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Hibiscus sabei FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Hibiscus sabei?

Hibiscus sabei prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

What is the average height of Hibiscus sabei?

Hibiscus sabei typically grows to a height of 4-6 feet.

What type of soil does Hibiscus sabei prefer?

Hibiscus sabei prefers well-drained soils.

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,