Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subnudus
ID:
723781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
ksu

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 19 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723114



Common Names

  • Subnudus Hibiscus
  • Hibiscus Subnudus
  • Naked Hibiscus


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Description

Hibiscus subnudus (also called 'Naked Hibiscus', among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Australia and is typically found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus subnudus is used for making tea, as a food source, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hibiscus subnudus is a small, white or pink inflorescence, with a long, thin style. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, thin stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus subnudus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hibiscus subnudus

Hibiscus subnudus is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Hibiscus subnudus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus subnudus?

Hibiscus subnudus

What is the common name of Hibiscus subnudus?

Naked Hibiscus

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus subnudus?

It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands

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,