Hibiscus rosa-sinensis L.

Spice Flower In the University

Family: MALVACEAE

Genus: Hibiscus

Catalan common name: Hibisc de la Xina.

Spanish common name: Rosa de China.

General distribution (Phytogeography): Asia

Flowering time: JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Life-forms: Phanerophyte.

Habitats: Garden plants.

Description: A bush or small evergreen tree with sharp, clear leaves which are often dentate, and clearly visible flowers up to 15cm in diameter, with an exceptionally long column of stigma and stamens.

Observations: Widely used as an ornamental plant in gardens.