Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caesius
ID:
723049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garcke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 7: 850 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722382

Common Names

  • Hibiscus Caesius
  • Blue Hibiscus
  • Blue Rose Mallow

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Description

Hibiscus caesius (also called Blue Hibiscus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibiscus caesius 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

The flower of Hibiscus caesius is a large, showy bloom with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibiscus caesius is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hibiscus caesius

Hibiscus caesius is native to the tropical regions of Africa.

Hibiscus caesius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibiscus caesius?

Hibiscus caesius

What is the common name of Hibiscus caesius?

Blue Rose Mallow

What type of plant is Hibiscus caesius?

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,