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    Hibiscus schizopetalus

    Also Known As

    • Hibiscus schizopetalus 'Japanese Lantern'
    • Coral Hibiscus
    • Fringed Hibiscus
    • Japanese Lantern
    • Japanese Lantern Hibiscus

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-8'
    • W: 5'-6'

    planting zones

    • 10a-12

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    Hibiscus schizopetalus plant details

    Hibiscus schizopetalus is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer coral, red and salmon flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - 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 Hibiscus schizopetalus

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: malvaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: coral, red and salmon blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, tropical-looking, unique

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hibiscus schizopetalus

    USDA Zones: 10a - 12
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This Central African species has an upright and spreading form which highlights the deeply curved petals and dangling stamens. Often called "Japanese Lantern," it's a sporadic bloomer. But when it does flower, watch out!

    By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

    JAPANESE LANTERN CORAL - A rapid growing semi weeping tropical plant with the most unusual flowers. Exotic dangling 5 petaled flowers, coral red, fringed and lacy, recurved petals make this a spectacular variety. Flowers periodically year round, followed by oblong cylindrical seed capsules. Likes sun and humidity, minimum temperature 60 degrees. Hardy zone 10. Also known as Coral Hibiscus or Chinese Lantern.

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    The fringed recurving coral-red petals are unique to this Hibiscus species. The bright tropical flowers hang like Japanese lanterns from the vigorous branches. An easily grown and free-flowering tropical and a definite conversation piece. Easily trained into tree standards. Blooms prolifically throughout summer.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Hibiscus schizopetalus plant

    How to Grow Hibiscus schizopetalus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • salmon
      • coral

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Hibiscus 'Tosca'

    aka Hibiscus mutabilis x syriacus 'Tosca', Tosca Rose of Sharon

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 4'-12'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus 'Tosca' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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    Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated]

    aka Hibiscus tiliaceus 'Variegatus', Hibiscus tiliaceus tricolor, Talipariti tiliaceum 'Albo-Variegatus', Mahoe Sea Hibiscus, Sea Hibiscus, Tricolor Hibiscus, Variegated Beach Hibiscus, Variegated Mahoe

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    10a-11

    Size

    Height: 8'

    Width: 8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus tiliaceus [variegated] foliage by Almost Eden
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    Hibiscus denudatus

    aka Paleface, Rock Hibiscus

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    9a-10b

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun
    • even moisture
    Photo of Hibiscus denudatus by Stan Shebs
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    Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus

    aka Abelmoschus moschatus var. tuberosus, Hibiscus abelmoschus, Hibiscus rhodopetalus, Hibiscus sagittaefolius, Hibiscus subnudus, Climbing hibiscus, Musk mallow

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 1'-6'

    Width: 3'-6'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
    • dry when dormant
    Photo of Abelmoschus moschatus ssp. tuberosus flower by Peter Richardson
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    Hibiscus syriacus

    aka Rose Of Sharon

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 6'-12'

    Width: 4'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Hibiscus syriacus flower by Cistus Nursery
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