Hibiscus lasiocarpos
Scientific Name: | Hibiscus lasiocarpos |
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Family: | Malvaceae |
Common Name: | Rose Mallow |
Authority: | Cav. |
Etymology: | Hibiscus is the classical name for mallow and lasiocarpos is Greek for "hairy fruits." |
C Value: | 5 |
Wetness: | FACW+ |
# of Species in Genus in Illinois: | 5 |
Duration: | Perennial |
Reproduction: | Monoecious |
Flower Type: | Perfect |
Flower Shape: | Actinomorphic (radially symmetrical) |
Flower # of Parts: | 5 |
Flower Color: | White, Pink |
Growth Habit: | Forb |
Leaf Arrangement: | Alternate |
Leaf Type: | Simple |
Leaf Shape: | Ovate (widest below middle) |
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Leaf Margin: | Entire |
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Habitat: | Aquatic, Wetland, Roadside |
Distribution: | BONAP Distribution Map |
Status (State): | Not Listed |
Status (Federal): | Not Listed |
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Gee Whiz: | Formerly used to make marshmallows. |
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More Info: | Illinois Wildflowers Search |