Plant · GBIF taxon 3152559
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis
hibiscus rosa-sinensisAlso known as Chinese Hibiscus, Tropical Hibiscus, China Rose, Shoeblackplant
Chinese hibiscus showcases large, trumpet-shaped flowers with prominent, protruding stamens that paint tropical landscapes in brilliant shades of red, pink, yellow, and orange. These evergreen shrubs bloom continuously throughout the year in warm climates, attracting a bustling parade of hummingbirds and butterflies to their nectar-rich blossoms. Though individual flowers last only a single day, the plant constantly produces new buds to maintain its vibrant display.
EvergreenShowyHummingbird Magnet
Licensed referenceAndy / Andrew Fogg from near Cambridge, UK / CC BY 2.0 · cc-by
- diet
- Autotrophic (photosynthesis)
- family
- Malvaceae
- threats
- Frost damage, sap-sucking insect pests, and root rot in poorly drained soils
- life Span
- Up to 50 years or more
NE
Safe to observe and handle at a normal distance.
- Check the stamens: Gently touch the long, central column to observe the golden pollen grains that easily rub off onto visiting pollinators.
- Provide shelter: Grow in a wind-protected spot to prevent the delicate, paper-thin petals from tearing during storms.
- Monitor moisture: Keep the soil consistently damp but never waterlogged to prevent root rot.