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Hibiscus diversifolius, the swamp hibiscus, is a widespread species of hibiscus. It grows to between 1 and 2 metres in height, with prickly stems and yellow flowers with a maroon basal spot during spring summer.
Hawaiian hibiscus are seven species of hibiscus native to Hawaii.The yellow hibiscus is Hawaii's state flower. Most commonly grown as ornamental plants in the Hawaiian Islands are the non-native Chinese hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) and its numerous hybrids, though the native Hibiscus arnottianus is occasionally planted.
Hibiscus schizopetalus is a shrub growing to 3 metres (9.8 ft) tall.. The red or pink flowers are very distinctive in their frilly, finely divided petals. [2] [3] Flowers with finely dissected petal have a range of colours, the most common being the red form (Keena et al., 2002; Ng, 2006).
Flowers on a tree in Havana, Cuba. The Hibiscus elatus tree is quite attractive with its straight trunk, broad green leaves and hibiscus-like flowers. It grows quite rapidly, often attaining 20 metres (66 ft) or more in height. The flower changes color as it matures, going from bright yellow to orange, red and finally crimson.
Thespesia grandiflora, most commonly known as Maga, and also referred to as Maga Colorada ("Red Maga") and Puerto Rican hibiscus, [2] is a tree in the family Malvaceae of the rosids clade [2] endemic to Puerto Rico, where its flower is officially recognized as the national flower of the archipelago.
Cranberry hibiscus is a member of a perennial group known as hardy hibiscus. [3] In contrast to the tropical hibiscus, hardy hibiscus can tolerate colder conditions, are more vigorous, longer lasting, and have larger flowers. [3] In colder climates, Hibiscus acetosella is easily an annual, but is often regarded as a perennial to zone 8–11 ...
The flower can be found imprinted on the notes and coins of the Malaysian ringgit. Hibiscus × rosa-sinensis is an unofficial national flower in Haiti, where it has been used as a symbol for the promotion of tourism. The flower is also the symbol of the Fusion of Haitian Social Democrats political party.