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Abutilon sp.
Scientific Name: Callianthe sp.
Also Known As
- Red Flowering Maple
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 4'-12'
- W: 3'-10'
planting zones
- 9a-12
Abutilon sp. plant details
Abutilon sp. is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Abutilon sp.
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 4 FT - 12 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: long-blooming, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon sp.
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Abutilon sp. plant
How to Grow Abutilon sp.
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Scientific Name: Callianthe megapotamica
aka Brazillian Bell-flower, Flowering Maple, Trailing Abutilon
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-12
Size
Height: 5'-6'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
Scientific Name: Callianthe megapotamica [typical - Plant Delights]
aka Flowering Maple
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 3'-8'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
![Photo of Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights] flower, foliage by Evan Bean](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/be/26/be2647457d1448a3b5c2ea09b8014722.webp)
Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Charmed'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
8b-12
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 2'-5'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Patricia'
aka Flowering Maple, Patricia Chinese Lantern
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 2'-6'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Savitzii'
aka Parlour Maple, Savitzii Chinese Lanern, Savitzii Flowering Maple
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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