Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
torrei
ID:
723819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 75: 101 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723152



Common Names

  • Torrei Hibiscus
  • Hibiscus Torrei
  • Torre's Hibiscus


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Description

Hibiscus torrei (also called 'Torre's 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 torrei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscus torrei has white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus torrei is a tropical shrub native to Southeast 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 torrei

Hibiscus torrei is native to the Caribbean and can be found in wet, open areas such as marshes and swamps.

Hibiscus torrei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus torrei?

Hibiscus torrei

What is the common name of Hibiscus torrei?

Torre's Rosemallow

What is the flowering season of Hibiscus torrei?

July to September

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,