Abutilon 'Mother of Pearl'
Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Mother of Pearl'
Also Known As
- Abutilon x 'Mother of Pearl'
- Mother of Pearl Flowering Maple
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 3'-6'
planting zones
- 9a-12
Abutilon 'Mother of Pearl' plant details
Abutilon 'Mother of Pearl' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter magenta and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly 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 'Mother of Pearl'
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: magenta and purple blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: border plant, container plant, floriferous, houseplant, rare, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon 'Mother of Pearl'
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
Gardening facts about Abutilon 'Mother of Pearl' plant
How to Grow Abutilon 'Mother of Pearl'
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
- magenta
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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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
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aka Flowering Maple
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 3'-8'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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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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