Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
syriacus
ID:
723794

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 695 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723127



Common Names

  • Syriacus Hibiscus
  • Hibiscus Syriacus
  • Rose of Sharon


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Synonyms

  • Ketmia syrorum Medik. [unknown]
  • Ketmia syriaca Scop. [unknown]
  • Althaea frutex hort. ex Mill. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus acerifolius Salisb. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus arborescens Gaterau [unknown]
  • Hibiscus chinensis DC. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus floridus Salisb. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus rhombifolius Cav. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus syriacus micranthus Y.N.Lee & K.B.Yim [unknown]
  • Hibiscus syriacus syriacus [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus syriacus 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 syriacus 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 syriacus is a deciduous shrub native to Asia. It grows to a height of up to 3 meters and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the rootstock should be done in the spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hibiscus syriacus

Hibiscus syriacus is native to eastern Asia.

Hibiscus syriacus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus syriacus?

Hibiscus syriacus

What is the common name of Hibiscus syriacus?

Rose of Sharon

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus syriacus?

It is found in the temperate regions of Asia, including Syria, Turkey, and China

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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