Fringed rosemallow (Hibiscus schizopetalus)
Family: Malvaceae
The fringed rosemallow is a tropical Hibiscus from the forests of eastern Africa. It is now a common ornamental shrub throughout the tropics, where it blooms throughout the year. As an indoor plant it needs a very sunny exposure, and with regular pruning it makes an attractive potted plant. The plant is also called Japanese lanterns, a reference to its hanging, red flowers.
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Tags:
flower, indoor, ornamental, shrub, sun, tropical
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Cultivation: Medium-sized to large shrub for USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11. Grows best in full sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 6' to 8' (1.8 m to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 4' to 6' (1.2 m to 1.8 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round.
Propagation methods: cuttings, seeds.
Size: Reaches 6' to 8' (1.8 m to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 4' to 6' (1.2 m to 1.8 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round.
Propagation methods: cuttings, seeds.