Hibiscus cabralensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Krapov.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 15: 47 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507419
Common Names
- Cabralensis Hibiscus
- Hibiscus cabralensis
- Cabralensis Hibiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hibiscus cabralensis (also called Cabral's Hibiscus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has large, white flowers and long, lance-shaped leaves. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Hibiscus cabralensis is used for ornamental purposes and is also used in traditional medicine for treating headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hibiscus cabralensis is a white to yellow-green, 5-petalled flower with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a diameter of 0.5-1 cm.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hibiscus cabralensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Hibiscus cabralensis
Hibiscus cabralensis can be found in the West African countries of Guinea-Bissau and Guinea.
Hibiscus cabralensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibiscus cabralensis?
Hibiscus cabralensis
What is the natural habitat of Hibiscus cabralensis?
Dry grasslands
What is the flowering season of Hibiscus cabralensis?
Spring
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
Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77081012-1: Based on the initial data import