White Joba/Hibiscus Live Flower Plant & Tree (1.5-3.5 Ft Hei..More

Hibiscus Plant Description:

The Hibiscus is a genus of flowering plants in the Malvaceae family, known for their large, colorful blooms and lush green foliage. Native to warm temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions, hibiscus plants are widely cultivated for ornamental purposes and, in some species, for their culinary and medicinal uses.

General Characteristics:
Scientific Name: Hibiscus spp.

Common Names: Hibiscus, rose mallow, hardy hibiscus, tropical hibiscus

Plant Type: Shrub or small tree; can also be herbaceous depending on species

Height: Varies by species; typically ranges from 3 to 10 feet (1 to 3 meters)

Flowers:

Large, trumpet-shaped

Five or more petals

Diameter can range from 4 to 10 inches (10 to 25 cm)

Colors include red, pink, orange, yellow, white, and multicolored varieties

Bloom singly or in clusters, often throughout warm months

Leaves: Green, ovate to lanceolate, often with serrated edges

Stem: Woody in perennial species; herbaceous in annual types

Growing Conditions:
Light: Full sun (6+ hours per day)

Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil

Water: Moderate to frequent watering; tropical types prefer consistently moist soil

Climate: Best suited for USDA Zones 5–11 depending on species; tropical varieties are frost-sensitive

Popular Varieties:
Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (Tropical Hibiscus): Evergreen shrub with showy blooms; often used in landscaping

Hibiscus syriacus (Rose of Sharon): Deciduous shrub, hardy in temperate zones

Hibiscus moscheutos (Hardy Hibiscus): Cold-hardy, herbaceous perennial with large, showy flowers

Uses:
Ornamental: Popular in gardens, borders, and containers

Culinary: Hibiscus sabdariffa (Roselle) is used to make teas, jams, and beverages

Medicinal: Traditional medicine uses include treatment for high blood pressure, fever, and inflammation

Ecological: Attracts pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

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