Common names:
Tropical Hibiscus
Hibiscus

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences: Dry Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 13
Leaves: Fragrant
Flowers: Nocturnal
Flower Time: Late fall or early winter
Uses: Good as a cover crop
Suitable for miniature gardens
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Other Beneficial Insects
Propagation: Other methods: Division
Bulbs
Pollinators: Water
Containers: Suitable for hanging baskets
Conservation status: Endangered (EN)

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Comments:
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