Hibiscus australensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fosberg
Source:
ksu
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Micronesica 2: 156 (1966 publ. 1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722315
Common Names
- Hibiscus Australensis
- Australensis Hibiscus
- Australen Hibiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hibiscus australensis (also called Australian Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to Australia 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 australensis 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 australensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus australensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Hibiscus australensis
Hibiscus australensis is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.
Hibiscus australensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus australensis?
Hibiscus australensis
What is the common name of Hibiscus australensis?
Australian hibiscus
Where is Hibiscus australensis native to?
Australia
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
Francis Raymond Fosberg (1908-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fosberg' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:559971-1: Based on the initial data import