Species
Hibiscus syriaceus
Etymology
Hibiscus: Name of very ancient origin used by the Roman poet Virgil for the marsh mallow plant.
Common Name(s)
Rose of Sharon
Authority
Hibiscus syriaceus L.
Family
Malvaceae
Flora Category
Vascular - Exotic
Structural Class
Dicotyledonous Trees & Shrubs
Flower Colours
Red / Pink,White
Reason for Introduction
Ornamental
References and further reading
Johnson, A. T. and Smith, H. A (1986). Plant Names Simplified: Their pronunciation, derivation and meaning. Landsman Bookshop Ltd: Buckenhill, UK.
This page last updated on 8 Aug 2013