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Common Name: Scarlet Hibiscus

Species Name: Hibiscus coccineus

Plant Type: Perennial

Family Name: Malvaceae

 

 

 

 

Plant Facts  
Origin  South East United States
Sun Preference Full
Problems Aphids, mealybugs and whitefly

 

 

ID Characteristics

 

 

Habitat/Ecology  
Soil Type Wet bog soil
USDA Cold Hardiness Zone 6
Notes Compact cultivars are gaining popularity as house plants

 

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