Hibiscus grandiflorus
About
Hibiscus grandiflorus, the large-flowered hibiscus or swamp rosemallow, is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It Is native to the southern United States, from southeast Texas, to southern Florida as well as western Cuba. It is historically known from South Carolina. It favors wet habitats, especially tidal marshes, as well as lakeshores and wet pine savannas. Its flowers serve as a nectar source for hummingbirds, and its fruits provide seeds for other birds.
- Family
- Malvaceae
How to use it
The large-flowered hibiscus is valuable for its ecological contributions, as it serves as a nectar source for hummingbirds and provides seeds for birds. Planting it in wet areas can enhance local biodiversity and support wildlife in your garden.
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Gardening tip
When planting large-flowered hibiscus, make sure to place it in a wet area, like near a pond or marsh. This plant loves moisture, so keep the soil consistently damp for the best growth.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Hibiscus grandiflorus
- Slug
- hibiscus-grandiflorus
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Genus
- Hibiscus
- Species
- grandiflorus
- Wikidata QID
- Q1144152
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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