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Malvaviscus penduliflorus
Also Known As
- Malvaviscus arboreus var mexicanus
- Malvaviscus arboreus var penduliflorus
- Giant Red Turks Cap
- Mexican Turks Cap
- Sleepy Hibiscus
- Sleepy Mallow
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 5'-8'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Malvaviscus penduliflorus plant details
Malvaviscus penduliflorus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and alkaline soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Malvaviscus penduliflorus
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Malvaviscus penduliflorus
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: acidic and alkaline
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
Garden photo gallery of Malvaviscus penduliflorus
Gardening facts about Malvaviscus penduliflorus plant
How to Grow Malvaviscus penduliflorus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- alkaline
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Malvaviscus for your garden
aka Malvaviscus arboreus, Ladies' Eardrops, Lipstick Hibiscus, Scotchman's Purse, Turk's Cap, Turk's Turban, Turkcap, Wax Mallow, Wild Fuchsia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 12'-16'
Width: 8'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Malvaviscus candida, Malvaviscus drummondii, Malvaviscus mollis, Ladies' Eardrops, Red Turk's Cap, Scotchman's Purse, Turk's Cap, Turk's Turban, Wild Fuchsia
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Malvaviscus arboreus var. mexicanus rosea, Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus 'Rosea', Giant Pink Turks Cap, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
![Photo of Malvaviscus penduliflorus [pink-flowered] flower, foliage by Almost Eden](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/44/f1/44f18f6c098a67913ae3e67bc38ceda7.webp)
aka Malvaviscus arboreus var. penduliflorus alba, Malvaviscus penduliflorus 'Alba', Giant White Turk's Cap, Mazapan, Mexican Turks Cap, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Mallow
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 5'-12'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
![Photo of Malvaviscus penduliflorus [white-flowered] flower, foliage by Almost Eden](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/e2/8b/e28bb3483203190436f8d62b67523f65.webp)
aka Malvaviscus x 'Missy Puryear', Missy Puryear's Pink Turks Cap
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7b-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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