Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aneuthe
ID:
722939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven, F.D.Wilson & Fryxell

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 16: 188 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722272

Common Names

  • Hibiscus Aneuthe
  • Aneuthe Hibiscus
  • Hibiscus Aneuthe

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Description

Hibiscus aneuthe (also called Aneuthe Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall and has white flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus aneuthe is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardening. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscus aneuthe has a bright orange flower with yellow stamens. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are short and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus aneuthe is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Hibiscus aneuthe

Hibiscus aneuthe is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, riverbanks, and grasslands.

Hibiscus aneuthe FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus aneuthe?

Hibiscus aneuthe

What is the common name of Hibiscus aneuthe?

Aneuthe hibiscus

Where is Hibiscus aneuthe native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Hibiscus genus

Hibiscus cabralensis, Hibiscus mariae, Hibiscus acetosella, Hibiscus aethiopicus, Hibiscus ahlensis, Hibiscus amambayensis, Hibiscus amazonicus, Hibiscus ambovombensis, Hibiscus andersonii, Hibiscus andongensis, Hibiscus aneuthe, Hibiscus angolensis, Hibiscus ankaramyensis, Hibiscus aphelus, Hibiscus apodus, Hibiscus aponeurus, Hibiscus arenicola, Hibiscus argutus, Hibiscus arnhemensis, Hibiscus articulatus, Hibiscus australensis, Hibiscus austrinus, Hibiscus bacalusius, Hibiscus benguellensis, Hibiscus bequaertii, Hibiscus berberidifolius, Hibiscus bicalyculatus, Hibiscus bifurcatus, Hibiscus biseptus, Hibiscus boranensis, Hibiscus boryanus, Hibiscus brachychlaenus, Hibiscus brachysiphonius, Hibiscus brackenridgei, Hibiscus brennanii, Hibiscus bricchettii, Hibiscus burtt-davyi, Hibiscus byrnesii, Hibiscus caesius, Hibiscus calcicola, Hibiscus calodendron, Hibiscus calyphyllus, Hibiscus cannabinus, Hibiscus castroi, Hibiscus ceratophorus, Hibiscus cerradoensis, Hibiscus chancoae, Hibiscus chrysochaetus, Hibiscus citrinus, Hibiscus clayii,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Lyndley Alan Craven (1945-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craven' in the authors string.
Paul Fryxell (1927-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fryxell' in the authors string.
F. Douglas Wilson (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.D.Wilson' in the authors string.