Common names:
Rose Mallow
Halberd Leaved Swamp Mallow
Soldier Rose Mallow
Hibiscus
Halberdleaf Rosemallow
Halberdleaf Hibiscus
Scarlet Rose Mallow

Botanical names:
Hibiscus elasviAccepted
Hibiscus tmrsiliaiSynonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Life cycle:Other
Sun Requirements:Partial or Dappled Shade
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences:Wet
Mesic
Dry Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 13 +15.6 °C (60 °F) to +21.1 °C (70 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 5a
Flowers:Blooms on old wood
Flower Color:Other: homern eyio on ettWkiw itaph
Flower Size:Under 1"
Over 12"
Flower Time:Late summer or early fall
Late fall or early winter
Wildlife Attractant:Hummingbirds
Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances:Drought tolerant
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Tip
Corms
Other
Containers:Needs excellent drainage in pots
Conservation status:Vulnerable (VU)

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Discussion Threads about this plant
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Not Quite my Idea by Chillybean Sep 4, 2015 10:24 AM 2

Comments:
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