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Hibiscus (Hibiscus)
Famous for their big, bold flowers, hibiscus are available in a variety of colors and sizes. These tropical plants prefer warm temperatures and need to be protected from the cold. Hibiscus grow quickly even in their first year. They love full sun and enjoy the warmth of a long, hot summer. Some species get used in the creation of paper, rope, and other products.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Key Facts About Hibiscus
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Attributes of Hibiscus
Plant Height
2 m
Spread
1.5 m
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
5 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Hibiscus
Distribution of Hibiscus
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Native
Cultivated
Invasive
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Exotic
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How to Grow and Care for Hibiscus
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The hibiscus genus consists of vibrant, flowering plants that require regular care. Basic needs encompass consistent sunlight, average watering adhering to a 'soak and dry' method, warm temperatures ranging from 60 to 90°F, and well-draining, mildly acidic to neutral soil. Common challenges include pests like aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites, diseases such as fungal rot, and sensitivity to icy conditions. Seasonal care adjustments involve less watering in winter and more in warmer months, with a heightened need for pest vigilance in spring.
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8 most common species：
Chinese hibiscus
Chinese hibiscus is a small flowering tree. Its fragrant flowers are well known the world over, leading to many cultivated variants. Chinese hibiscus is the national flower of Malaysia and is featured on Malaysian coins. Although the Latin name, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, means “the rose of China,” it is not related to true roses.
Rose of sharon
Hibiscus syriacus is a deciduous shrub with trumpet-shaped pink, lavender, or white flowers. Although it was first collected by Western botanists from Syrian gardens, “rose of sharon” is native to south-central and southeastern China. Because of its hardiness and prolific blooming, it is cultivated all around the world. It is the national flower of South Korea, mentioned in its national anthem.
Swamp rose mallow
Hibiscus moscheutos, colloquially known as swamp rose mallow, is a common ornamental plant. It is a vigorous, cold-hardy perennial that thrives in moist soils. Its showy white to pink flowers are often visited by pollinators. Swamp rose mallow is a larval host of various butterfly and moth species.
Spider hibiscus
Spider hibiscus (Hibiscus schizopetalus) is a shrub that’s indigenous to eastern Africa. Other names for it include coral hibiscus, skeleton hibiscus, and fringed rosemallow. It’s often used ornamentally in tropical gardens. Many people think the hanging flowers look like Japanese lanterns, and, in fact, this is yet another name for them.
Confederate rose
A unique feature of the confederate rose (Hibiscus mutabilis) is its color-changing flowers. This shrubby rose bush blooms starting as white in the morning, turn pink at midday, and end red by the end of the day. This is a common plant species and although it is native to Southeast China, it can now be found on every continent except Antarctica.
Roselle
Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is a hibiscus species native to Africa. The fragrant plant has many uses as an infusion in beverages, as a vegetable, and in culinary use in jams and preserves.
Cranberry hibiscus
Cranberry hibiscus (*Hibiscus acetosella*), also known as cranberry hibiscus, is an edible vegetable that originally comes from Central Africa. It was later brought to Brazil and used to feed slaves. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked, and the flowers are used to color teas. The roots can also be eaten but are considered unappetizing.
Flower-of-an-hour
Flower-of-an-hour gets its unique name because its beautiful blossoms last for just a short time. The Hibiscus trionum is a tropical ornamental annual plant which has become naturalized in the United States. After blossoms fade, the plant produces an interesting balloon-shaped seed pod with brown stripes over a green pod.
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Chinese hibiscus
Chinese hibiscus
Chinese hibiscus is a small flowering tree. Its fragrant flowers are well known the world over, leading to many cultivated variants. Chinese hibiscus is the national flower of Malaysia and is featured on Malaysian coins. Although the Latin name, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, means “the rose of China,” it is not related to true roses.
Rose of sharon
Rose of sharon
Hibiscus syriacus is a deciduous shrub with trumpet-shaped pink, lavender, or white flowers. Although it was first collected by Western botanists from Syrian gardens, “rose of sharon” is native to south-central and southeastern China. Because of its hardiness and prolific blooming, it is cultivated all around the world. It is the national flower of South Korea, mentioned in its national anthem.
Swamp rose mallow
Swamp rose mallow
Hibiscus moscheutos, colloquially known as swamp rose mallow, is a common ornamental plant. It is a vigorous, cold-hardy perennial that thrives in moist soils. Its showy white to pink flowers are often visited by pollinators. Swamp rose mallow is a larval host of various butterfly and moth species.
Spider hibiscus
Spider hibiscus
Spider hibiscus (Hibiscus schizopetalus) is a shrub that’s indigenous to eastern Africa. Other names for it include coral hibiscus, skeleton hibiscus, and fringed rosemallow. It’s often used ornamentally in tropical gardens. Many people think the hanging flowers look like Japanese lanterns, and, in fact, this is yet another name for them.
Confederate rose
Confederate rose
A unique feature of the confederate rose (Hibiscus mutabilis) is its color-changing flowers. This shrubby rose bush blooms starting as white in the morning, turn pink at midday, and end red by the end of the day. This is a common plant species and although it is native to Southeast China, it can now be found on every continent except Antarctica.
Roselle
Roselle
Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is a hibiscus species native to Africa. The fragrant plant has many uses as an infusion in beverages, as a vegetable, and in culinary use in jams and preserves.
Cranberry hibiscus
Cranberry hibiscus
Cranberry hibiscus (*Hibiscus acetosella*), also known as cranberry hibiscus, is an edible vegetable that originally comes from Central Africa. It was later brought to Brazil and used to feed slaves. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked, and the flowers are used to color teas. The roots can also be eaten but are considered unappetizing.
Flower-of-an-hour
Flower-of-an-hour
Flower-of-an-hour gets its unique name because its beautiful blossoms last for just a short time. The Hibiscus trionum is a tropical ornamental annual plant which has become naturalized in the United States. After blossoms fade, the plant produces an interesting balloon-shaped seed pod with brown stripes over a green pod.
Scarlet rosemallow
Scarlet rosemallow
The scarlet rosemallow (Hibiscus coccineus) is native to the southeastern parts of the USA. It is found near marshes, swamps, and other moist areas, so in the garden, it does well near streams or water features. As it is tall-growing, it is wise to stake it.
Halberd-leaf rosemallow
Halberd-leaf rosemallow
The halberd-leaf rosemallow or Hibiscus laevis produces delicate, showy flowers. These blooms only open in bright sunlight and last for a single day. This deciduous perennial is related to the marshmallow, the plant that was critical to the first marshmallow confections. Its name, meanwhile, references the similarity its leaves bear to the medieval weapon called the halberd.
Heartleaf rosemallow
Heartleaf rosemallow
Other names for heartleaf rosemallow (Hibiscus martianus) include Tulipan Del Monte and heartleaf hibiscus. This plant is indigenous to the southwestern United States and is a fantastic attractor of hummingbirds.
Desert rosemallow
Desert rosemallow
The Hibiscus coulteri is commonly known as desert rosemallow and mainly originates from Hawaii. It is also widespread in the United States and Mexico. The plant is grown for ornamental purposes because of its visually appealing flowers.
Paleface
Paleface
Paleface (Hibiscus denudatus), also known as Rock hibiscus, is a perennial shrub-like herb with messy vertical branches, small fuzzy leaves, and white to pink cup-shaped flowers. It is native to the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. Flowering usually lasts throughout the late summer. The pale leaves are often lost during droughts.
Swamp rosemallow
Swamp rosemallow
Swamp rosemallow is a water-loving plant that grows in swampy areas and a tropical climate. Growing as a tall shrub with flower-covered stalks, it produces very showy flowers that range from pinkish-white to bright pink-purple, with darker centers. Seeds are available commercially, and can often be found as part of native wildflower mixes.
Wooly rose-mallow
Wooly rose-mallow
Wooly rose-mallow is a fascinating plant with many interesting characteristics. This remarkable perennial boasts vibrant flowers that bloom throughout the summer, attracting a variety of colorful insects and birds. Its garden usage is extensive, as it adds beauty and charm to any environment. With its unique name origin and captivating appearance, the wooly rose-mallow is truly a standout in the plant kingdom.
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Red'
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Red'
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Red' is distinct for its red flowers with white stamens. The cultivar is named Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Red' for its big, moonlike shape and the color of its blooms, which also differentiate it from its parent plant. Gardeners appreciate this plant for its hardiness, as it is capable of surviving harsh winters, as well as the beauty of the large flowers it produces all summer long.
Rose mallows 'Cranberry Crush'
Rose mallows 'Cranberry Crush'
Rose mallows 'Cranberry Crush' is a kind of rose mallow that has been bred for its perfectly spherical, bright red blooms. Each flower is a remarkable 20 cm across and lasts for a single day, though the plants will keep blooming continuously between midsummer and fall. This cultivar produces flowers all over the plant instead of just at the top, like some types of hibiscus.
Rose of sharon 'Aphrodite'
Rose of sharon 'Aphrodite'
Rose of sharon 'Aphrodite' is a Rose of Sharon cultivar, bred by the United States National Arboretum in the 1970s. Compared to the parent plant, the cultivar is more compact and features clear pink flowers that don't change their color like the parent's flowers do.
Swamp rose mallow 'Ballet Slippers'
Swamp rose mallow 'Ballet Slippers'
Swamp rose mallow 'Ballet Slippers' is a cultivar from the hibiscus family bred for its long blooming season and giant, showy flowers. The ruffled flowers can grow up to 18 cm wide, noticeably larger than the blooms on other plants in the genus. It also produces more flowers in the summer. Swamp rose mallow 'Ballet Slippers' gets its name from the pinkish-white flowers that are similar in color to a dancer's shoes.
Swamp rose mallow 'Southern Belle'
Swamp rose mallow 'Southern Belle'
Swamp rose mallow 'Southern Belle' creates bell-shaped blooms that open up into huge, dinner-plate-size white or light pink flowers (approximately 25 to 30 cm wide). This shrub is considered more cold hardy than other species of hibiscus plants and can regrow from its base each year. Gardeners typically use this plant as an eye-catching addition to their collection.
White rosemallow
White rosemallow
White rosemallow is native to Hawaii and boasts large, showy flowers that can reach up to 6 inches in diameter. The plant is important in traditional Hawaiian medicine.
Rose of sharon 'Hamabo'
Rose of sharon 'Hamabo'
Fully frost hardy, the rose of sharon 'Hamabo' is valued among gardeners because of its large flowers. A variety of the Syrian ketmia, the rose of sharon 'Hamabo''s byname 'Hamabo' refers to the red splotch in the middle of the flower. Gardeners keep the rose of sharon 'Hamabo' for its year-round interest, with blooms from summer to fall and seed capsules in winter.
Rose mallows 'Mars Madness'
Rose mallows 'Mars Madness'
Rose mallows 'Mars Madness' has overlapping, slightly curved petals, reddish magenta in coloring with heavily creased veins. It has a wide, flatter habit than most rose mallows, at 15 to 20 cm. Purplish buds grow into ovate and trilobed dark olive leaves, forming a dense foliage with flowers from top to bottom. As a later-blooming hibiscus, it is a showy addition for end of summer gardens.
Comfortroot
Comfortroot
Comfortroot grows in the tropics of Africa and Asia. It usually stays close to the ground and is often found in disturbed soils, marshes, and grasslands. Though not the most popular garden plant (the flowers bloom green, after all), it can be found in some gardening stores.
Native rosella
Native rosella
Native rosella is an Australian native known for its ability to produce striking flowers and an abundance of fruits. The native rosella attracts native wildlife such as lorikeets and honeyeaters, as well as butterflies. In the northern regions of Australia, the flowers tend to be bright yellow. But in the south, they are often white.
Australian mallow
Australian mallow
The australian mallow plant is a former inhabitant of 19th-century British greenhouses that is now grown all over temperate Europe and the Americas. Its big, beautiful flowers last only one day before fading, darkening in color before they do.
Swamp rose mallow 'Robert Fleming'
Swamp rose mallow 'Robert Fleming'
Swamp rose mallow 'Robert Fleming' is a standout hibiscus with huge red flowers that reach 25 cm wide. This contrasts with the paler flowers of the parent plant, which can reach 15 cm wide. This hibiscus is named for one of the three Fleming brothers, who were noted American flower hybridizes in the 19th Century.
Rose of sharon 'Oiseau Bleu'
Rose of sharon 'Oiseau Bleu'
Also known as ‘Blue Bird’, rose of sharon 'Oiseau Bleu' is a large shrub (about 2.5 m tall) that bears violet-blue flowers that have red eyes and cream centers. These flowers bloom continuously from mid-summer to frost. Rose of sharon 'Oiseau Bleu' is a sterile Hibiscus cultivar that does not produce any viable seeds.
Swamp rose mallow 'Fireball'
Swamp rose mallow 'Fireball'
The unique foliage and brightly-colored blooms of swamp rose mallow 'Fireball' make this cultivar stand out from its plainer parent plant. The reddish- burgundy flowers are striking against the cut-leaved foliage which also has a burgundy tint. The vibrant flowers and striking foliage makes it a popular plant in flower gardens.
Shoeblackplant
Shoeblackplant
Shoeblackplant is adorned with vibrant, deep red double flowers that resemble delicate tissue paper pompoms. Lush green leaves provide a striking backdrop to these blooms, which thrive in warm climates with ample sunshine. The plant's ability to flourish in well-drained, fertile soil makes it a popular ornamental choice for tropical and subtropical gardens.
Rose of sharon 'Red Heart'
Rose of sharon 'Red Heart'
Rose of sharon 'Red Heart' is a Hibiscus shrub that produces white flowers with red centers (or ‘hearts’). The flowers bloom from mid-summer to early fall. The shrub grows up to 3 m tall and has a spread of 1.8 m.
Rose of sharon 'Pink Giant'
Rose of sharon 'Pink Giant'
Rose of sharon 'Pink Giant' is a large shrub that has dark green, lobed leaves and dark pink flowers with dark red centers. These flowers bloom from late summer to mid-autumn. This giant Hibiscus cultivar grows up to 2.5 m and can have a spread of 2 m.
Rose of sharon 'Marina'
Rose of sharon 'Marina'
Rose of sharon 'Marina' is a hardy deciduous shrub, popular for its profusion of rich blue, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in late summer. Each flower, highlighted with a contrasting crimson center, radiates against lush green foliage. This resilient plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating summer heat with graceful endurance. Rose of sharon 'Marina' adds a tropical flair to temperate landscapes, attracting pollinators while being relatively low maintenance.
Rose of sharon 'William R. Smith'
Rose of sharon 'William R. Smith'
Rose of sharon 'William R. Smith' is a deciduous shrub that has dark green, three-lobed leaves, and lone white flowers. These trumpet-shaped flowers bloom from mid-summer to early fall. The bush grows up to 3 m high with a spread of 1.8 m. Rose of sharon 'William R. Smith' is named in honor of Reverand William Smith who was an avid gardener.
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Pink Swirl'
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Pink Swirl'
This hardy cultivar, Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Pink Swirl', gets its name from the large, round flowers reminiscent of the full moon, that feature a swirl of pink and white colors around a dark red center. In comparison, the blooms on the parent plant are single rather than multi-colored. Gardeners cherish swamp rose mallow 'Luna Pink Swirl's gorgeous flowers which attract not only the eye but also visiting butterflies.
Rose of sharon 'Diana'
Rose of sharon 'Diana'
Rose of sharon 'Diana' is a bushy Hibiscus that blooms pure white flowers. These flowers bloom continuously from mid-summer to frost, and each flower only lasts one day. Unlike other Hibiscus, these flowers remain open in the evening. The ovate leaves are dark green but change to golden-yellow in the fall. The cultivar is named for the Greek goddess, Diana.
Rose mallows 'Mocha Moon'
Rose mallows 'Mocha Moon'
Rose mallows 'Mocha Moon' is a kind of rose mallow which has been bred for its perfectly round, white blooms with deep pink centers - a striking color combination unique to this variant. Each 20 cm-wide flower looks as bright as a full moon, but lasts only a single day. The plant will, however, keep blooming continuously between midsummer and fall.
Swamp rose mallow 'Disco Belle White'
Swamp rose mallow 'Disco Belle White'
This cultivar was created to be more compact than its counterparts, with flowers distinct in appearance. The swamp rose mallow 'Disco Belle White', from the Swamp rose mallow plant, has extra-large flowers colored a bright, snowy white, with a ruby center and protruding yellow stamens. This plant is deer-resistant and does well against pests and diseases.
Rose of sharon 'Woodbridge'
Rose of sharon 'Woodbridge'
Rose of sharon 'Woodbridge' is a deciduous shrub known for its large trumpet-shaped, vibrant pink flowers with a prominent red center, blooming mid-summer to fall. Its abundant blooms stand out against the lush green foliage, attracting butterflies and bees. Adaptable to various soils, rose of sharon 'Woodbridge' thrives in full sun to partial shade, and with its moderate height, it serves as an eye-catching specimen or hedging plant in temperate gardens.
Rose of sharon 'Notwood3'
Rose of sharon 'Notwood3'
Rose of sharon 'Notwood3' is an ornamental hybrid with much larger double flowers than the parent plant. These flowers have a bluish tinge that sets them apart from their pink-flowered relatives. This plant was developed by the plant breeder Roderick Woods and is ideal for cool-climate gardens.
Swamp rose mallow 'Cherry Cheesecake'
Swamp rose mallow 'Cherry Cheesecake'
Swamp rose mallow 'Cherry Cheesecake', a Rose mallow cultivar, was selected and bred for its compact size, attractive dark foliage, and exceptionally large and beautiful pinkish-white flowers with irregular purple-red veining and dark red, central "eyes". The flowers are single, but the thick petals heavily overlap, creating a rich texture.
Swamp rose mallow 'Airbrush Effect'
Swamp rose mallow 'Airbrush Effect'
Swamp rose mallow 'Airbrush Effect' is uniquely pink and cultivated from Hibiscus moscheutos. The name is a reference to the appearance of it having been spray-painted or airbrushed. This plant gains gardeners' approval because it is deer resistant and looks tropical whilst also having a long bloom season.
Swamp rose mallow 'Berry Awesome'
Swamp rose mallow 'Berry Awesome'
Swamp rose mallow 'Berry Awesome' distinguishes itself with large, dinner plate-sized flowers that passionately bloom in a deep berry-pink hue. These disc-shaped blossoms adorn a robust, bushy perennial noted for its upright stature, prominent in damp environments. The foliage adds to this spectacle, with leaves that can develop an attractive, dusky-purple tinge, gracefully underscoring the vibrant floral display.
Swamp rose mallow 'Perfect Storm'
Swamp rose mallow 'Perfect Storm'
The swamp rose mallow 'Perfect Storm' was created from the swamp rose plant to offer the beauty and coloring of the original plant in a more compact package. With white flowers surrounding a rounded clump of leaves colored so deeply purple they are nearly black, this cultivar is appreciated as a container plant.
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna White'
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna White'
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna White' is distinguished from its parent plant by its large, brilliant white flowers with red centers and cream-colored stamens. These large, showy flowers only last for one or two days, but its prolific summer blooming period makes it a popular plant in bee and butterfly gardens.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Hibiscus
Hibiscus
Famous for their big, bold flowers, hibiscus are available in a variety of colors and sizes. These tropical plants prefer warm temperatures and need to be protected from the cold. Hibiscus grow quickly even in their first year. They love full sun and enjoy the warmth of a long, hot summer. Some species get used in the creation of paper, rope, and other products.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Key Facts About Hibiscus
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Attributes of Hibiscus
Plant Height
2 m
Spread
1.5 m
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
5 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Hibiscus
Distribution of Hibiscus
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Distribution Map of Hibiscus
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
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How to Grow and Care for Hibiscus
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The hibiscus genus consists of vibrant, flowering plants that require regular care. Basic needs encompass consistent sunlight, average watering adhering to a 'soak and dry' method, warm temperatures ranging from 60 to 90°F, and well-draining, mildly acidic to neutral soil. Common challenges include pests like aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites, diseases such as fungal rot, and sensitivity to icy conditions. Seasonal care adjustments involve less watering in winter and more in warmer months, with a heightened need for pest vigilance in spring.
How to Water Hibiscus?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Hibiscus?
How to Propagate Hibiscus?
How to Plant Hibiscus?
Exploring the Hibiscus Plants
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8 most common species：
Chinese hibiscus
Chinese hibiscus is a small flowering tree. Its fragrant flowers are well known the world over, leading to many cultivated variants. Chinese hibiscus is the national flower of Malaysia and is featured on Malaysian coins. Although the Latin name, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, means “the rose of China,” it is not related to true roses.
Rose of sharon
Hibiscus syriacus is a deciduous shrub with trumpet-shaped pink, lavender, or white flowers. Although it was first collected by Western botanists from Syrian gardens, “rose of sharon” is native to south-central and southeastern China. Because of its hardiness and prolific blooming, it is cultivated all around the world. It is the national flower of South Korea, mentioned in its national anthem.
Swamp rose mallow
Hibiscus moscheutos, colloquially known as swamp rose mallow, is a common ornamental plant. It is a vigorous, cold-hardy perennial that thrives in moist soils. Its showy white to pink flowers are often visited by pollinators. Swamp rose mallow is a larval host of various butterfly and moth species.
Spider hibiscus
Spider hibiscus (Hibiscus schizopetalus) is a shrub that’s indigenous to eastern Africa. Other names for it include coral hibiscus, skeleton hibiscus, and fringed rosemallow. It’s often used ornamentally in tropical gardens. Many people think the hanging flowers look like Japanese lanterns, and, in fact, this is yet another name for them.
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All Species of Hibiscus
Chinese hibiscus
Rose of sharon
Swamp rose mallow
Spider hibiscus
Confederate rose
Roselle
Cranberry hibiscus
Flower-of-an-hour
Scarlet rosemallow
Halberd-leaf rosemallow
Heartleaf rosemallow
Desert rosemallow
Paleface
Swamp rosemallow
Wooly rose-mallow
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Red'
Rose mallows 'Cranberry Crush'
Rose of sharon 'Aphrodite'
Swamp rose mallow 'Ballet Slippers'
Swamp rose mallow 'Southern Belle'
White rosemallow
Rose of sharon 'Hamabo'
Rose mallows 'Mars Madness'
Comfortroot
Native rosella
Australian mallow
Swamp rose mallow 'Robert Fleming'
Rose of sharon 'Oiseau Bleu'
Swamp rose mallow 'Fireball'
Shoeblackplant
Rose of sharon 'Red Heart'
Rose of sharon 'Pink Giant'
Rose of sharon 'Marina'
Rose of sharon 'William R. Smith'
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna Pink Swirl'
Rose of sharon 'Diana'
Rose mallows 'Mocha Moon'
Swamp rose mallow 'Disco Belle White'
Rose of sharon 'Woodbridge'
Rose of sharon 'Notwood3'
Swamp rose mallow 'Cherry Cheesecake'
Swamp rose mallow 'Airbrush Effect'
Swamp rose mallow 'Berry Awesome'
Swamp rose mallow 'Perfect Storm'
Swamp rose mallow 'Luna White'
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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