Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benguellensis
ID:
723007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Exell & Mendonça

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 74: 134 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722340

Common Names

  • Hibiscus Benguellensis
  • Benguellensis Hibiscus
  • Benguel Hibiscus

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Description

Hibiscus benguellensis (also called Benguela Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mallow family, Malvaceae. It is native to Angola 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 benguellensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and digestive issues. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibiscus benguellensis 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 benguellensis 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 benguellensis

Hibiscus benguellensis is native to Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the continent.

Hibiscus benguellensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus benguellensis?

Hibiscus benguellensis

What is the common name of Hibiscus benguellensis?

Benguela Rose Mallow

What type of plant is Hibiscus benguellensis?

Herbaceous perennial

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2849583: Based on the initial data import
Francisco de Ascensão Mendonça (1889-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mendonça' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.