Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphelus
ID:
722949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven, F.D.Wilson & Fryxell

Source:
ksu

Year:
2003

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722282

Common Names

  • Hibiscus Aphelus
  • Aphelus Hibiscus
  • Aphel Hibiscus

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Description

Hibiscus aphelus (also called Aphelus 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 aphelus 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 aphelus has a bright pink 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 aphelus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Hibiscus aphelus

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

Hibiscus aphelus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus aphelus?

Hibiscus aphelus

What is the common name of Hibiscus aphelus?

Aphelus hibiscus

Where is Hibiscus aphelus 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.