Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verdcourtii
ID:
1320145

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 49: 35 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332599



Common Names

  • Hibiscus Verdcourtii
  • Verdcourtii Hibiscus
  • Verdcourt's Hibiscus


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Description

Hibiscus verdcourtii (also called Verdcourt's Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Malvaceae family. It is native to Kenya and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus verdcourtii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscus verdcourtii has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus verdcourtii is a perennial shrub native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the ground. It blooms in the summer with white or pink flowers.

Where to Find Hibiscus verdcourtii

Hibiscus verdcourtii can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain and Portugal.

Hibiscus verdcourtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus verdcourtii?

Hibiscus verdcourtii

What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus verdcourtii?

Hibiscus verdcourtii is native to tropical Africa.

What are the common uses of Hibiscus verdcourtii?

Hibiscus verdcourtii is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a food source.

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

Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.