Common names:
Hibiscus
Tropical Hibiscus

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Partial or Dappled 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 12
Leaves:Good fall color
Flowers:Nocturnal
Flower Time:Late summer or early fall
Uses:Dye production
Groundcover
Wildlife Attractant:Birds
Butterflies
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Tip
Cuttings: Root
Pollinators:Various insects
Containers:Prefers to be under-potted
Conservation status:Endangered (EN)

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