Hibiscus scandens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb. ex G.Don
Source:
ksu
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 478 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723033
Common Names
- Scandens Hibiscus
- Scanden Hibiscus
- Hibiscus scandens
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- Thepparatia thailandica Phuph. [unknown]
Description
Hibiscus scandens (also called Climbing Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, where it grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hibiscus scandens 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 scandens 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus scandens is a tropical shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which can be collected from the plant's flowers. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Hibiscus scandens
Hibiscus scandens is native to tropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Hibiscus scandens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus scandens?
Hibiscus scandens
What is the common name of Hibiscus scandens?
Climbing Hibiscus
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus scandens?
Hibiscus scandens 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
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:560789-1: Based on the initial data import