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Hibiscus mutabilis f. plenus
| Family Name: | Malvaceae |
| Common Name: | Changeable Rose, Confederate Rose, Cotton Rosemallow, Chinese Rose |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Shrub, Tree (Shrubby (1m-5m)) |
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| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
| Maximum Height | 4 m |
| Maximum Plant Spread / Crown Width | 3 m |
Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Large shrub or small multi-stemmed tree. |
|---|---|
| Foliage | Large, bright green leaves are deeply lobed and hairy on the underside. |
| Flowers | Trumpet-shaped flowers are initially white, but darkens to pink and then red at maturity. |
| Fruit | Dry, dehiscent fruits are known as capsules. They are round and hairy and contain fuzzy seeds. |
| Cultivation | This species is easy-to-grow and requires little maintenance. |
| Etymology | The genus "Hibiscus" comes from the Greek name of the common mallow plant, "hibiskos." The specific epithet "mutabilis" means changeable and it refers to the flower colour which changes from white to pink to red. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Medicinal: Flower and leaves are said to be cooling and soothing. They are used to treat swellings, skin infections and lung complaints. They are also thought to promote delivery during childbirth. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 4.5 (Shrub & Groundcover - Dicot) |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | White, Pink |
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Others
| Master ID | 797 |
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| Species ID | 2092 |
| Flora Disclaimer | The information in this website has been compiled from reliable sources, such as reference works on medicinal plants. It is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment and NParks does not purport to provide any medical advice. Readers should always consult his/her physician before using or consuming a plant for medicinal purposes. |
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