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Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights]
Scientific Name: Callianthe megapotamica [typical - Plant Delights]
Also Known As
- Flowering Maple
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 3'-8'
planting zones
- 7b-12
Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights] plant details
Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights] is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds. 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 megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: malvaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: long-blooming, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights]
- USDA Zones: 7b - 12
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights]
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Gardening facts about Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights] plant
How to Grow Abutilon megapotamicum [typical - Plant Delights]
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
- red
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Callianthe for your garden
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 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 '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
Scientific Name: Callianthe 'Canary Bird'
aka Canary Bird Flowering Maple
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 4'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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