Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 76: 22 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723074
Common Names
- Wild Cotton
- Sparsiaculeatus Hibiscus
- Hibiscus Sparsiaculeatus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus (also called Sparsely-Spined 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 sparsiaculeatus is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus flower is a white, fragrant flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus 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 sparsiaculeatus
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus is native to tropical regions of Africa, including Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus?
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus?
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus is native to India
What is the size of Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus?
Hibiscus sparsiaculeatus 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,
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:560837-1: Based on the initial data import