Hau Kuahiwi

Hibiscadelphus bombycinus

Native to:
Hawaii

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Malvaceae
Genus:
Hibiscadelphus
Species:
Hibiscadelphus bombycinus
USDA Symbol:
HIBO2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
1000 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
yellow, red

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, insects

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained volcanic soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to dry, rocky slopes