Hibiscus coulteri

Hibiscus coulteri, is well-adapted to dry desert environments. It has hairy-like leaves that help conserve water, and its yellow flowers, which have reddish centers, bloom mainly after rain.[1] These species are very important when it comes to being pollinators during dry periods.[2] Although having a short life, Hibiscus coulteri is great for landscapes with dry areas because it can grow with very little water.[1]

Hibiscus coulteri
Close-up of flower
Base becomes woody
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malvales
Family: Malvaceae
Genus: Hibiscus
Species:
H. coulteri
Binomial name
Hibiscus coulteri
Synonyms[3]

Hibiscus coulteri var. brevipedunculatus M.E.Jones

Hibiscus coulteri, the desert rosemallow, is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae.[4] It is native to steep slopes and canyon walls in the eastern Sonoran Desert, and the Chihuahuan Desert of the southwestern US and northern Mexico.[3] A short-lived perennial shrub reaching 6 ft (1.8 m), it is recommended for xeriscaping.[4]

  • Stems, leaves, and flower
    Stems, leaves, and flower

References

  1. ^ a b "USDA Plants Database". plants.usda.gov. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
  2. ^ "Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - The University of Texas at Austin". www.wildflower.org. Retrieved 2024-10-23.
  3. ^ a b "Hibiscus coulteri Harv. ex A.Gray". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 5 March 2023.
  4. ^ a b "Hibiscus coulteri". Plant Database. Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. 14 February 2023. Retrieved 5 March 2023. ... Desert Rose-mallow, Coulter Hibiscus


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