Helicteres isora

Helicteres isora

Native to:
Andaman Is. | Bangladesh | Cambodia | China | Hainan | India | Indonesia | Laos | Malaya | Maluku | Myanmar | Nepal | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | Thailand | Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Malvaceae
Genus:
Helicteres
Species:
Helicteres isora

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree , Shrub
Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
red, orange, yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
14–60 days
Notes:
Seeds have hard seed coats; scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) improves germination. Sow in warm, moist conditions.

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