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Hibiscus tiliaceus 'Tricolor'

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Hibiscus tiliaceus 'Tricolor'

Family Name: Malvaceae
Synonyms: Talipariti tiliaceum 'Tricolor'
Common Name: Sea Hibiscus

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Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Infraspecific Epithet
Name Status (botanical)
Synonyms
Common Names
Comments

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Tree
Plant Shape Rounded

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Foliage
Landscape Uses Coastal

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Moderate Water
Plant Growth Rate Moderate
Rootzone Tolerance Saline Soils / Salt Spray, Waterlogged Soils (Drains Site)

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green, Red, White
Mature Foliage Texture(s) Smooth, Thin
Foliar Type Simple / Unifoliate
Foliar Venation Pinnate / Net
Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio 4.0 (Tree - Dense Canopy)

Non - Foliar and Storage

Trunk Type (Non Palm) Woody
Stem Type & Modification Woody
Root Type Underground (Tap Root, Fibrous Root)

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Master ID 1662
Species ID 2955
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.
Species record last updated on: 18 February 2022.
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