Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
selesiensis
ID:
723712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 77: 19 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723045



Common Names

  • Selesian Hibiscus
  • Selesiensis Hibiscus
  • Selesian Rose Mallow


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Description

Hibiscus selesiensis (also called Selesian Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, where it grows in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus selesiensis 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 selesiensis 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 selesiensis 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 selesiensis

Hibiscus selesiensis is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Hibiscus selesiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus selesiensis?

Hibiscus selesiensis

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus selesiensis?

Hibiscus selesiensis is native to India

What is the size of Hibiscus selesiensis?

Hibiscus selesiensis can grow up to 1.5 m in height

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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